Friday, February 18, 2011

Alzheimer’s: Understanding and Prevention

 The following is courtesy of Home Helpers of Lake Norman & Central NC.  
Visit our website at www.homehelpers.cc/lkn58445 , or call us at 704.909.7958
 
 As we continue our series on understanding Alzheimer's disease, it's important to note that, while there is no cure, there are accepted ways to help slow the disease.  The most widely known are:
 1. Omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidant consumption. Omega 3 fatty acids help cure brain synapses and help prevent damage from the disease.  Add foods such as salmon, tuna, grapes, apples, or just about any green vegetable to your diet.
 2. Reduce Stress.  Stress increases the production of tangles in your brain which increases your likelihood of developing Alzheimer's.
 3. Exercise-Physical and Mental.  Walking, along with mind-body exercises such as meditation or yoga, along with most all mental and physical activities are good.  In addition, this helps to relieve stress.
  If your family has a history of Alzheimer's, you should begin preventative measures as early in life as possible.  If you or a loved one is already a sufferer, don't give up.  Doctors are working to find a cure daily.  Hopefully, with continued advances, there will one day be a cure.

  For more information on Alzheimer's, enter the word Alzheimer's in the search box on this page, or visit www.alz.org .

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