Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease
admin September 1st, 2008
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one of the most frequent questions people ask about Alzheimer’s disease is whether or not it can be prevented. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that quickly attacks mental, cognitive, and motor functions of a once healthy person. Doctors struggled to explain the causes, prevention, and detection of Alzheimer’s disease and although there are no proven protection methods, there are some commonly accepted tips that may help you prevent the disease by avoiding certain risk factors.
Number one, stay active physically and mentally. A number of studies have suggested a positive correlation between exercise and cognitive function. Regular exercise also keeps the mind healthy. You can help maintain mental health by doing stimulating activities like crossword puzzles, sudoku, reading, or other activities that stimulate the brain. These activities help combat neurological degeneration that causes Alzheimer’s.
Vitamin supplements are recommended for anyone older than 50, and can help for those who are at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. A multivitamin can be beneficial to maintain general function, but there are a few specific vitamins that may help combat Alzheimer’s.
Vitamin C and vitamin E should be taken together daily to help prevent Alzheimer’s disease. If memory function is already declining, patients should take these vitamins twice daily. Vitamin B12 and folate will also help protect the brain and they can help keep homocysteine under control.
High cholesterol levels are never healthy, and lowering them can help you combat Alzheimer’s. High levels of bad cholesterol are often associated with arteriosclerotic vascular disease, which is related to heart disease and stroke. Eating a healthy diet low in animal fat and high in fish oils will help lower cholesterol, and improve cognitive function. The Omega three fatty acids in fish oils are directly related to improved mental cognition.
The most prevalent risk factor associated with Alzheimer’s disease is being female. Loss of estrogen due to menopause can increase the likelihood of the disease. Many menopausal women are prescribed synthetic estrogen hormones under the supervision of a physician.
A healthy eating regimen is one of the easiest and best ways to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. It doesn’t take a lot of effort, and you can benefit in many ways, including lowering your risk for Alzheimer’s
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