A memory that is slightly fading isn’t unusual as you grow older…
But being forgetful can be an early sign of dementia.
Dementia is an umbrella term for several diseases that cause the brain’s function to decline.
Some of the most common types of dementia are:
* Alzheimer’s * Dementia with Lewy Bodies
* And Vascular Dementia.
According to the World Health Organization...
There are 47.5 million people with dementia worldwide…
and 7.7 million new cases developing every year.
Dementia primarily affects the elderly population aged over 65…
However…
experts are seeing more and more signs of dementia developing as early as 40.
So… what can you do to prevent the progressive loss of your mental function?
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In this video… we’ll share the 5 best ways to prevent Dementia.
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And now… let’s take a look at the 5 best ways to prevent dementia… starting with…
Number 5.
Maintain a healthy weight It is no secret that being considered overweight
or obese…
Can have a negative impact on your health… and trigger chronic diseases.
This includes dementia.
Experts point out that… excess body fat is harmful to cognitive functions.
A study noted that fat cells have the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier…
And as a result…
influence cognitive decline.
Excess body fat has also shown to promote: * Inflammation
* Insulin resistance * And risks of diabetes and heart diseases.
These risks are the most prevalent factor of dementia.
In a study done by the University of London…
Experts measured the BMI of obese participants aged 50 years and older…. regularly over
11 years.
At the end of the study…
They observed that…
Those who had developed a chronic disease as a result of obesity… including:
* Diabetes * And hypertension…
Showed signs of dementia.
Overall…
Keeping your weight in a healthy range can help…
prevent the development of chronic disease…
And as a byproduct… dementia.
Number 4.
Limit drinking and smoking Drinking alcohol and smoking in excess can
be detrimental to your brain health.
Emerging studies have showed a strong link between:
* Alcohol * Tobacco
* And brain loss functions.
A cohort study followed 1,109,343 French participants with Dementia over 20 years.
Among these participants…
researcher concluded that…57 353 cases were early-onset dementia related to alcohol use.
They noted that…
Alcohol was one of the strongest modifiable risk factors…
influencing the development of dementia.
Heavy smoking has similar results.
A study on elderlies pointed that… those who regularly smoke have significant risks
of: * Alzheimer's
* And Vascular dementia.
Both smoking and drinking increase the risks of cognitive decline…
As it affects blood circulation…
Including blood vessels in the brain.
Experts note that… if you want to prevent dementia from developing…
It is essential to quit smoking…
And limit alcohol consumption to 1 drink per day… or as recommended by your doctor.
Number 3.
Control your blood pressure Hypertension… or high blood pressure…
Is experienced by 2/3 of the adult population worldwide.
It is a condition that is influenced by…
* Diet * Stress
* And overall lifestyle….
And is the number one factor for heart diseases.
Looking after your blood pressure… especially as you grow older…
Is vital to prevent the risks of stroke… and vascular dementia.
A study observed that…
Blood pressure modifies…
* Cerebral infarcts * Lacunae
* and white matter in the brain.
Changes in these areas are implicated in the development of vascular dementia.
More studies found similar results…
Showing that uncontrolled blood pressure significantly influences cognitive impairment.
Experts suggest that… controlling blood pressure can help preserve cognitive functions.
You can do so by: * Eating a healthy diet
* Limiting drinking and smoking..
And doing our next point… which will not only help control your blood pressure…
But also help prevent dementia.
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And now… let’s look at another best way to prevent dementia with…
Number 2.
Stay physically active Exercise has plenty of benefits for your health.
It can help prevent: * Obesity
* Chronic heart disease * Diabetes…
And the development of dementia.
Physical exercise…
whether that is: * Yoga
* Jogging * Swimming
* Or even walking…
Helps maintain brain health by boosting blood flow.
A 2019 study even revealed that…
Practicing Aerobic exercise regularly can: * slow down the atrophy of the brain’s hippocampus
* And prevent mild cognitive impairment…
in older adults.
It is no secret that exercise is good for: * Weight control
* Heart health * Circulation
* And overall mood…
Factors that play an essential role in dementia.
So make sure to exercise regularly and stay active.
Experts recommend engaging in 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercises per week.
This can be 30 minutes of exercise per day for 5 days…
1h of exercise 3 times per week.
Number 1.
Keep your mind active Yes… keeping your mind active by doing:
* Puzzles * Crosswords
* Or games…
Has shown to stimulate neurons and help prevent the development of dementia.
In a study involving 19,000 participants aged over 50…
Researchers noted that… those who regularly engage in mental games such as:
* Puzzles * Crosswords
* And sudoku…
Had brain function equivalent to 10 years younger than their age…
Compared to those who didn’t engage in any games.
Another study found that….
Brain puzzles and games enhance memory in elderly people with dementia.
These results can be attributed to the fact that….
Games and puzzles essentially workout our “brain muscle” and require:
* Concentration * Creativity
* And Memory.
As a result…
The brain neurons are active and engaged.
So go ahead and play some mind games…
Because it might just help you keep dementia at bay.
Overall…
we’ve seen that a healthy diet… and lifestyle…
Has the most prevalent impact on your dementia!
By staying mentally and physically active…
While eating healthy….
You can prevent chronic diseases...
And cognitive decline!
And there you have it… the 5 best ways to prevent dementia.
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