Diet & Nutrition in Dementia

About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of diet and nutrition on dementia with expert Julie Fleming.

In this episode, host Anna Lempriere speaks with Julie Fleming, a Specialist Community Dietitian with over 14 years’ experience in diabetes, nutrition, and community health across West Cornwall. Julie also has 27 years of experience as a fitness instructor, supporting people to build strength, confidence and better long-term health. Together, Anna and Julie explore the essential question many people ask: Can nutrition reduce the risk of dementia or help slow its progression? Julie shares evidence-based guidance, explains what current research is telling us, and breaks down complex information into simple, everyday actions. Resources: www.eclipsesolutions.org www.dementiauk.org Please consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel! And if you want the audio-only version, please search DISCOVER Voices on all major audio platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music. DISCOVER Voices is a brand-new podcast network that discusses life through the lens of people living with long-term health conditions or disabilities. We welcome a variety of hosts all with their own podcast series, giving their own outlook and take on topics and discussions that are close to their heart…

People in this episode

Host: Anna Lempriere

Guest: Julie Fleming

Topics covered

• diet
• nutrition
• dementia
• health
• community health

Keywords

• dementia
• nutrition
• diet
• health
• community dietitian
• evidence-based guidance
• long-term health

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Eclipse Solutions, Dementia UK

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