5/12 Week Fifteen: Phytonutrients/Antioxidants and Brain Health 

Hello Brain Fitness Students,

Welcome to Week 15! It is Mother's Day! Let's celebrate the diverse array of mother figures who have made a positive impact on our lives.

Summer Classes: Registration for summer classes will open on May 13. Please mark your calendars and enroll in your desired courses. Summer classes will run from July 8 through August 10, and we are thrilled to offer two types of Brain Fitness classes.

Back to basics: 

• Class # 61355: Online via Zoom, Tuesdays 11:30 - 1 pm (Yael Lorberfeld) 

• Class # 61358: Online via Zoom, Thursdays 10:30 - 12 pm (Yael Lorberfeld)

Lifestyle for a healthy brain: 

• Class # 61236: Online via Zoom, Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Mary Burns) 

• Class # 61297: Online via Zoom, Mondays 9:30 - 11 am OR Wednesdays 9:30 - 11 am (Mindy Sloan) 

• Class # 61610: Online via Zoom, Fridays 9:30 - 11 am (Erika Peralta)

Here is a direct link to the summer schedule page.

sdcestudent55.com

Here is a link to the summer schedule page.


Last Week: Cognitive Impairment and Elder Abuse

Last week, we explored the vulnerability of Alzheimer's patients, types of elder abuse, and indicators of mistreatment. Professor Minoo shared an insightful video on recognizing signs of elder abuse. Let's remain vigilant, informed, and compassionate utilizing available resources:

·      California Adult Protection 

·      San Diego offers tips and phone numbers for elder abuse through aging and independence services.

·      San Diego Long-Term care obudsman program

·      https://www.caregivercenter.org/

·      https://glenner.org/ 

This Week: Phytonutrients/Antioxidants and Brain Health

There are thousands of phytonutrients found in plant foods. This class will summarize the effects of phytonutrients, such as anthocyanins and phenolic compounds, on cognitive function. Phytonutrients also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help support a healthy brain.


Topics Zoom Sessions (tentative)

§   Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:00 AM. (Minoo Pakgohar, Instructor)

§   Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM  (Mary Burns, Instructor) 

§   Thursday:  10 - 11:30 PM (Anjali Patel, Instructor)

§   Thursday:  1:00 - 2:30 PM (Sharon Gregory, Instructor)

§   Thursday:  5 - 6:30 PM  (This class is open to all but is designed for English Language Learners), Minoo Pakgohar, Instructor)

§   Friday 10:00 - 11:30 AM (Minoo Pakgohar, Instructor)

§   Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:30 AM  ( Mindy  Sloan, Instructor)

 

Topics In Person Session with Mari Rios-O'Brien

Enjoy a brain-healthy week!  We look forward to seeing you. 

 

Your instructors,  

Mary, Mindy, Minoo, Anjali, Sharon, & Mari

 

Mary Burns, MA MS

mburns@sdccd.edu

 

Mindy Jo Sloan, Ph.D.

msloan@sdccd.edu

760-317-6688

 

Minoo Pakgohar, Ph.D.

mpakgohar@sdccd.edu

 

Anjali Patel, MPH, RD

apatel@sdccd.edu

 

 Sharon Gregory

sgregory001@sdccd.edu

 

Mari Rios-O’Brien

mriosobrien@sdccd.edu