ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast
ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to ThinkWell AgeWell with Dr. Heather Sandison, New York Times bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s. This podcast celebrates aging as a time of meaning, connection, and joy. From doctors and scientists to those with real, lived experience, each episode uncovers tools, perspectives, and practices to help you stay sharp, live fully, and age well. Join us as we explore brain health, longevity, and what it truly means to thrive in your later years.
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The podcast focuses on brain health, longevity, and the joy of aging, featuring topics like lifestyle interventions for dementia, gut-brain connections, and psychological resilience. Episodes often include personal narratives such as Jenna Abbott's journey with her mom's dementia and the Nelsons' experiences with Alzheimer's, emphasizing hope, healing, and proactive living.
Welcome to ThinkWell AgeWell with Dr. Heather Sandison, New York Times bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s. This podcast celebrates aging as a time of meaning, connection, and joy. From doctors and scientists to those with real, lived experience, each episode uncovers tools, perspectives, and practices to help you stay sharp, live fully, and age well. Join us as we explore brain health, longevity, and what it truly means to thrive in your later years.
I talk with Jenna Abbott about how her mother’s dementia diagnosis inspired her to change her own life, from diet and sleep to exercise and CPAP. This story is about hope, intergenerational healing, and taking control of your brain health.
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In this episode, I speak with Jenna Abbott about her family’s journey through dementia and how her mom’s diagnosis motivated her to pursue prevention. Jenna shares her steps—from addressing sleep apnea and diet to uncovering hidden health issues—and the joy she’s found in teaching her grandkids, reclaiming movement, and caring with compassion.
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Jenna Abbott is a proactive daughter and health advocate who began her brain health journey after watching her mother decline from dementia. Motivated by family history and her genetic risk, Jenna embraced lifestyle medicine and preventive strategies. Her experience shines a light on the power of early detection, personal agency, and the intergenerational importance of choosing health, especially when the stakes are high.
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