Let's Talk Dementia

Let's Talk Dementia

By Carol Howell - dementia educatHealth & FitnessMental Health
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  • Should We Offer A Massage?

    I love to have my feet and hands rubbed.  Oh what a wonderful experience.  However, our loved ones with advanced dementia might find that wonderful massage to be painful.  Why?  That's the topic of today's show.


    8 min
  • Don't Push Back

    If you push against a brick wall, that brick wall will not move.  Arguing with your loved one is just as productive.  DON'T DO IT!

    6 min
  • It's All About Them

    "The relationship is what counts - not the outcome."  Those words I learned from Teepa Snow (www.teepasnow.com).  They are so very true.  Let's talk about that!

    9 min
  • Loneliness - Let's Avoid It!

    Isolation and loneliness are having a dramatic effect on our health.  The number of folks dealing with these things has increased dramatically since COVID.  What can we do to combat it?  That's the topic of today's episode.

    11 min
  • The Best Black Bean Burgers I've Ever Had

    This recipe is titled "The Best Black Bean Burgers I've Ever Had."  I did not name this recipe, but I couldn't agree more.  I hope you enjoy it.  You can also find the recipe at https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/best-black-bean-burgers/  OR on my website - www.letstalkdementia.org/podcasts.  Happy eating!

    THE BEST BLACK BEAN BURGERS I'VE EVER HAD

    • 2 (14 ounce) cans black beans, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
    • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 3/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (1/2 of a pepper)
    • 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1/2 of a large onion)
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 Tablespoon)
    • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/2 cup bread crumbs or oat flour
    • 1/2 cup feta cheese
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 Tablespoons ketchup, mayo, or BBQ sauce
    • pinch salt + pepper
      1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Spread beans evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until slightly dried out.
      2. Meanwhile, sauté olive oil, chopped pepper, onion, and garlic over medium heat until peppers and onions are soft, about 5-6 minutes. Gently blot some of the moisture out. Place in a large bowl or in a food processor with the remaining ingredients (cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, worcestershire, ketchup, salt, and pepper). Stir or pulse everything together, then add the black beans. Mash with a fork or pulse the mixture, leaving some larger chunks of beans.
      3. Form into patties– about 1/3 cup of mixture in each.
      4. To bake: Place patties on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (191°C) for 10 minutes on each side, 20 minutes total. To grill: Place patties on greased aluminum foil and grill 8 minutes on each side. Heat temperature is personal preference as all grills differ. Generally, black bean burgers should grill on medium-high heat about 350°F (177°C) – 400°F (204°C).
      5. Serve with your favorite toppings. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

        6. Notes

        Freezing Instructions: Cooked or uncooked black bean burgers freeze wonderfully for up to 3 months. Stack between parchment paper in a freezer container or zipped-top bag. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat to your liking or, if uncooked, cook according to instructions. If desired, you can skip thawing and reheat/cook from frozen for an extra couple minutes.

        11 min
      6. The Alzheimer's Gene

        APOE4 is called "The Alzheimer's Gene."  Are you a carrier?  Do you have one copy or two copies?  Do you want to know if you have it?  What changes will you make in your life once you get that information?  Let's talk about that!

        10 min
      7. Healthy Skin

        Full body exams, sunscreen, body soap without chemicals, laundry detergent that is free and clear, and soap on your dishes.  All these things are discussed in today's episode.

        12 min
      8. Happy Breathing

        Studies have shown nasal breathing to be beneficial in memory and recall.  That's amazing news.  Breathing in through the nose and out through the nose is such an easy technique to improve our memory and MAYBE the memory of our loved one with dementia.  It is certainly worth a try.

        11 min

      About Let's Talk Dementia

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