"Fueling the Brain" An Introduction to Nutrition and Brain Health

OVERVIEW:
During the presentation, we will discuss the role of nutrition in promoting brain health among older adults. We will also review various community resources that support nutrition equity among your patient population.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
 After this presentation, you will be able to: 

• Understand the link between nutrition and brain health.
• Identify risk factors for dementia.
• Describe lifestyle intervention strategies for older adults to improve brain health and cognitive wellness.
• Bring cultural sensitivity to dietary interventions. 
   

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Speaker: Vidya Sharma, PhD, RD, LD, CDCES has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The Family & Community Medicine Professional Development and Grand Rounds planning committee members: Mark Nadeau, MD, MBA; Nehman Andry, MD; Maria Del Pilar Montanez Villacampa, MD; Stacy Ogbeide, PsyD; Yun Shi, MD, PhD; Fozia Ali, MD; Richel Avery, MD; Nida Hussain, MD; Christine Camacho, MD; Angelica Davila, MD; Patrick Yoon, MD; Kelsi Sexton, MA, MEd have no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The University of Texas at San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Texas at San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
8/6/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2028