Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
More than 11% of older adults on Medicare have been treated at some point for Alzheimer’s Disease or any other form of dementia. Dementia is basically a condition that is known to cause memory loss and difficulty processing information, up to the point where it can affect everyday activities.
Dementia has nothing to do with the natural process of aging and is usually caused by changes in the brain over time. Probably the most dangerous risk factors that might lead to these chronic conditions are things you can’t even control, such as age, family history, and even genetics. However, studies suggested that you could incorporate the following habits into your lifestyle, in order to prevent onset:
- Exercise – As long as you stay active, it will be good for your heart, AND your brain, too;
- Sleep – Your brain is still active while you’re sleeping, and it actually does a plethora of important stuff, so you need to make sure you get a minimum of 7 hours of sleep a night;
- Plan your diet smart – Research shows that some foods out there have a negative impact on your brain
