Aging Today Podcast Mark Turnbull: Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Radio Host

For some middle-aged people, the amount of fat in the pancreas, liver, and belly is related to the brain’s volume and cognitive function, one Rutgers Health study published in the journal, Obesity, finds. The impact of abdominal fat on brain health and cognition is generally more pronounced in middle-aged men with a family history of Alzheimer’s disease, who have a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease as opposed to women, according to researchers at Rutgers Health.  “In middle-aged males at high Alzheimer's disease risk—but not females—higher pancreatic fat was associated with lower cognition and brain volumes, suggesting a potential sex-specific link between distinct abdominal fat with brain health.” Dr. Michal Schnaider Beeri shares about how this research highlights the importance of investigating the interrelationships of fat deposits, brain aging, and cognition in the context of sex differences.

This week on the Aging Today Podcast, I interviewed Patricia Crisafulli, Communications Consultant and Mystery Novelist at FaithHopeandFiction.com. We discussed Unearthing Your Buried Treasure - It’s Time to Start Digging In.Author Patricia Crisafulli joins us on the Aging Today Podcast eager to guide us down a path of taking a look into ourselves. Patricia’s writings are all about unlocking the fascination and mystery of human nature, which she calls, “buried treasure.” During our time together today, Patricia talks with us about some of life’s biggest questions - good vs. evil, life and death, and what do we value the most? We’ll also get a glimpse into exploring what you’d be prepared to die for. In times of uncertainty, we need mysteries all the more.

Dr. Kristi Tough DeSapri joins us on Aging Today to discuss, understand, prevent, and treat the symptoms of perimenopause, menopause, osteoporosis, low bone density, and fractures. Every woman will reach menopause and every woman will have their own unique menopause journey. Every 3 seconds, an osteoporosis-related fracture occurs, and 1 in 5 women will experience a re-fracture within 5 years.

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It's time to envision a different future! As Founders of Third Half Advisors, Caroline Brecker and Campbell Gerrish lead a unique initiative focused on guiding individuals through life transitions beyond their primary careers. Unlike traditional financial advisors, Third Half specializes in supporting individuals as they transition from their "warrior" careers and helps them navigate toward the next fulfilling chapter at their desired pace. Are you charting the "Third Half" you want?

The month of May is ALS Awareness Month, and Aging Today is celebrating all the volunteers who make a difference in the lives of people living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Annie Teer, Volunteer Coordinator from ALS Northwest leads the volunteer program. Along with all the many people who provide personal assistance, many types of assistive technologies help people live their best lives. Ashley Loyning, Assistive Technology Coordinator makes it happen.

May is ALS Awareness Month, and joining us on the Aging Today Podcast are three incredible people who coordinate the care for anyone diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis here in Oregon. Mary Rebar, Christina Riddock, and Laura Geilenfeldt are all Care Services Coordinators who provide expert advice and assistance for anyone diagnosed and living with ALS. Tune in to hear their stories about how they are making a difference.