Loss of Memories by Alzheimer’s
The toughest part about suffering from Alzheimer’s is that you lose your memory. What's worse is that you just cannot put yourself to remember the times that you have spent with people with whom you have spent all your life. Alzheimer’s is an extension of dementia, a condition in which the patient loses his/her memory, experiences mood changes, becomes incapable of reasoning, and faces communication troubles. Like many other health related troubles, changing the lifestyle and following some healthy habits can help you reduce the risk of the Alzheimer’s. So, here are a few healthy tips that can cut your risk of suffering from the disease. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Have a Healthy Mid-life
The way you live your life ones you have reached middle age matters the most when it comes to cutting the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. If you have eaten healthy during this time period and stayed fit, your risk of developing dementia is reduced dramatically. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Learn a New Language
According to a study, speaking new languages can drastically delay the occurrence of dementia in a person. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Stimulate your Mind and Let it Rest too
When you sleep for more than 8 hours or less than 6 hours and stay away from activities which involve the brain, like reading, you are at a higher risk of developing dementia. Sleep properly and develop the habit of reading before going off to bed. These will keep you away from Alzheimer’s. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Keeping the Hippocampus Healthy
As you age, your brain shrinks in size and the most vulnerable part of the brain during this process is the hippocampus. When Alzheimer’s strikes, it is this part of the brain which is affected the most. So, to keep it healthy and prevent it from the disease you must exercise regularly. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Do Exercise to Pump up the Brain
Weight and resistance training exercises besides keeping you fit physically, also keep the brain healthy. Having 2-3 strength training sessions every week can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by half. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Avoid Trans and Saturated Fats
Just like many other health disorders, trans and saturated fats can also put you at the risk of Alzheimer’s. Image courtesy: Getty Images
Breathe to Avoid Stress
Stress can harm your body beyond measures; it also puts you at the risk of memory loss. To allow a healthy flow of oxygen to the brain and avoid stress, free yourself from other chores and start taking deep breaths whenever you find yourself in a stressful situation. Image courtesy: Getty Images
