Berry on the Brain
It gives me great pleasure to announce that my first cookie campaign will be in support of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at NYU Langone. This cause is deeply meaningful to me and my family since it's where my grandfather was diagnosed and treated in 2017. During this difficult period, the social workers at NYU were a constant pillar of support and guidance, helping us navigate the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer's. Their unwavering dedication and empathy towards people impacted by this disease were nothing short of exceptional. Therefore, I am excited to give back by backing their critical work through my cookie campaign. Every cookie you buy will help finance vital research and provide support to families affected by Alzheimer's. Let's unite and make a meaningful difference!
Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common type of Dementia. Alzheimer’s Disease is the continuous deterioration of the brain. Its main symptoms include memory loss, loss of cognitive function, loss of speech ability, and behavioral and mood changes.
Alzheimer’s typically affects middle-aged and elderly people, but the causes of Alzheimer’s are unclear. The impact of this disease extends far beyond the patient. Family, friends, and loved ones of the patient also face emotional suffering after a diagnosis.
According to the CDC, various factors can help to prevent or slow Alzheimer’s Disease, including managing blood pressure and blood sugar, staying physically active, not smoking or drinking excessively, and getting enough sleep. Nutrition also plays a role. Studies in 2010 and 2016 found that a Mediterranean diet including plenty of olive oil and blueberries can help to protect against cognitive decline and dementia.
Therefore, our cookie this month features olive oil and berries. Introducing: Berry on the Brain.
A box of twelve of our Berry on the Brain cookies, in support of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at NYU Langone. These cookies are glute and dairy- free. 100% of profits are donated.
Please allow up to three to five business days for delivery.
Supporting the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at NYU Langone
Ingredients
Cookie base:
Oat flour
Rolled oats
Baking powder
Brown sugar
White sugar
Vanilla extract
Oat milk
Cinnamon
Fresh blueberries (I use jumbo!)
Homemade jam:
Blueberries
White sugar
Water
Cinnamon
Research
Blueberries are packed with flavonoids, a powerful antioxidant agent that pigments many foods. A 2021 study proves that the long-term intake of flavonoids reduces the chance of cognitive decline and promotes stronger memory in both men and women in the United States. Blueberries also contain a high volume of folate which is classified as a B vitamin. Another 2021 study concludes that folate deficiencies can often lead to or increase the risk of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. One way of reducing the risk of obtaining a folate deficiency is to include it in your everyday diet.
Blueberries
In a recent 2022 study, olive oil was shown to promote memory, and also to reduce the development of protein build-up in the brain, a common indicator of Alzheimer’s disease. Olive oil displayed facilitation of the process of autophagy, the breaking-down of old or irregular proteins in the cytoplasm.