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  How the Alzheimer's can be delayed?

Alzheimer's is a most common type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior.Generally symptoms develops slowly and get more severe over time which becomes serious enough to interfere with daily tasks.

Signs and symptoms

The first symptoms of Alzheimer's disease is usually minor memory problems.

For example, this can be forgetting about recent conversations and events, and forgetting the names of places and objects.

As the condition develops, memory problems becomes worse and further symptoms can develop, such as:

1) Confusion and disorientation.

2) Personality changes such as becoming aggressive,demanding and suspicious of others.

3) Hallucinations(seeing things that are not there) and delusions (believing things that are untrue).

4) Problems with language and speech.

5) Problems moving around without assistance.

Who is affected?

Alzheimer's disease is most common in people over the age of 65 and women may more likely to have Alzheimer's disease than men.

Major risk factors:

Age

Family history

Genetics

In addition, people with mild cognitive impairment, downs syndrome and past head trauma appear to have a greater risk of developing it.

How it can be prevented or delayed?

There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease.However, you can prevent or slow its progression with lifestyle and dietary changes.

1) Coconut Oil: Coconut oil helps in preventing Alzheimer's disease and other brain problems.Amyloid-β(Aβ) is one of the contributing components of this disease. According to a 2014 study published in the journal of Alzheimer's disease, coconut oil decreases the effects of amyloid-β (Aβ) on cortical neurons in the brain and it also helps in restoring the lining of the nerves and improves cognitive performance.

For overall health of your brain, eat 1to 2 tsps of organic, cold pressed,non-hydrogenated,virgin cocnut oil twice daily on a regular basis. 

2) Cinnamon: Cinnamon facilitates the better blood flow to the brain as well as improves memory and recognition. Additionally, it helps to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes, one of the risk factor for Alzheimer's disease.

Put cinnamon in your tea, toast, cereal, oatmeal, fruit salads and smoothies.

3) Almonds: Vitamin E slows the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Almonds are good source of vitamin E. In addition omega – 3fatty acids in almonds boosts memory and it supports nervous system.

Eat a handful of dry roasted almonds daily to prevent Alzheimer's disease.

4) Indian Gooseberry: Indian gooseberry can help prevent and delay the onset of AD. In addition, being rich in vitamin C and other powerful antioxidants it nourishes the brain and improves mental functioning.

Take this fruit in raw or juice form regularly.

5) Get omega - 3 fatty acids in your diet by eating fatty fish, walnuts, flaxseeds, beans and olive oil.

6) Opt for a stimulating job and spend time in mentally challenging activities such as reading, playing games or playing a musical instrument.

7) A healthy social life can also prevent the onset of this disease.

8) Avoid alcohol and cigarette smoking.

9) A few minutes of early morning sun exposure daily provides vitamin D that can also help improve brain function.

10) Enjoy brisk walking on grass for a minimum of 30 minutes at least five times a week.

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