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Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and is the fifth leading cause of death for adults over 65 years of age. According to researchers, dementia is a neurodegenerative syndrome with 50 million people across the globe currently afflicted by it. This number is expected to more than triple by 2050, touching approximately 152 million. The disease hurts the parts of the brain that control language, memory and thought, thereby compromising an individual’s ability to speak, think and remember. This, in turn, can disrupt daily life by interfering with a person’s day-to-day activities. While dementia has no cure and is not necessarily preventable, working on some of your lifestyle choices can significantly lower your chances of developing dementia. Studies are showing us that some lifestyle changes or adopting healthy lifestyle measures can prevent heart disease, diabetes and many forms of cancer, and also boosts cognitive function. This blog aims to discuss the healthy l...

Lifestyle choices you make has a deep impact on the health of your brain in terms of what you eat and drink, amount of exercise you do, number of hours you sleep, your social skills,   and ways you manage your stress. Yes, brain is not a muscle, but it benefits from the same healthy habits that keep your body in great shape. There’s no running away from forgetfulness as you age, but you can definitely preserve the brain health you have through the lifestyle choices you make. It’s always a good time to start adopting these lifestyle habits, which can help boost your brain health and aid in your fight against dementia. 1.       Exercising regularly can significantly reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s by promoting the growth and ensuring the upkeep of neurons, improving blood flow and memory, and supporting brain growth. 2.       A good night’s sleep (at least for 7 to 9 hours) can do you a world of good, since poor sleep...