Nourish Noshes

There are some surprising (and easy) ways to connect and reduce disease caused by loneliness. In this episode of Navigating Nourishment, Debbie and Wendy talk about the startling disease risks of loneliness and then share practical and simple steps to create meaningful connections. Disease Risk Statistics  American Heart Association reports that social isolation and loneliness are linked to: A 29% increased risk of heart attack and/or death from heart disease. A 32% increased risk of stroke. NYU Langone Health A meta-analysis of cohort studies concluded that loneliness increases the risk of Alzheimer's disease by 72% and overall dementia by 23%. Practical Ways To Connect and Reduce disease Foster a Daily Routine That Includes Interaction Walk in a park where people gather and say hello to passersby. Visit a local coffee shop or diner regularly to become part of the community. Visit your local library regularly to build familiarity. Go inside the bank or coffee shop instead of the drive thro