The Brain Health Doctor: Do This To Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia!

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July 24, 2025 • 70 mins

In this episode of Begin Again, Davina sits down with Dr. Sabina Brennan, a leading neuroscientist and brain health expert, to explore how simple lifestyle changes can prevent dementia and enhance brain health. Drawing from her personal experience as a caregiver for her mother, alongside her deep scientific knowledge, Dr. Brennan reveals actionable strategies for boosting cognitive function, preventing dementia, and improving care for those living with it. Discover how brain health goes beyond genetics and learn practical steps you can take right now to safeguard your mind. Whether you're caring for a loved one with dementia or concerned about your own cognitive future, this episode offers powerful insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories of hope and transformation. – Follow me here: www.instagram.com/beginagain https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod Dr Sabina Brennan: Linktree to various purchase points of Still Me - https://linktr.ee/stillmesabinabrennan Sabina's website - www.sabinabrennan.ie – (00:00) INTRO (00:01:08) Intro to Sabina and 'Still Me'(00:02:33) Brain Fog vs. Dementia and Ageism(00:09:16) The Science Behind Dementia(00:13:35) How You Can Prevent Dementia(00:15:03) How Knowledge Impacts Dementia Outcomes(00:15:45) How to Manifest & What It Really Means(00:18:14) 3 Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Symptoms of Dementia(00:27:39) Napping & the Importance of Sleep(00:32:50) Hearing Loss & Dementia(00:40:02) 12 Modifiable Risk Factors for Dementia(00:44:21) Supporting a Loved One with Dementia(00:49:38) Live Well While Caring for Someone with Dementia(00:49:38) Self-Care and Dementia Care(00:54:05) UTIs, Delirium, and Misunderstood Symptoms(00:59:25) Davina’s Final Message from Her Father(01:03:55) Back to 'Still Me' and Poem - Sponsored by: Airbnb - https://www.airbnb.co.uk/host Ancient + Brave - https://ancientandbrave.earth/pages/planet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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