9 Ways to Minimize Alzheimer’s Disease Risk

According to prevention.com, nine factors have been identified that could help minimize the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease later in life:

Being very overweight, particularly when you’re middle-aged, is a risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Keeping your weight at a healthy level will decrease your risk. Researchers are not yet sure if it’s the actual diet that overweight people consume (e.g., processed foods) that increases the risk of Alzheimer’s or the extra weight itself.

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Just as being overweight will increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, so will being underweight. Some researchers think that frailty could be an early symptom of Alzheimer’s, so again maintain a healthy body weight and exercise to improve bone and muscle strength.

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Carotid artery disease is a build-up of plaque in the carotid arteries, which are located in the neck. Blood flow to the brain through these arteries becomes more difficult if they become restricted. To avoid this, quit smoking, take up exercise, keep your blood pressure in check and lower your cholesterol level.

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High blood pressure is a precursor of many diseases and health conditions, and researchers believe Alzheimer’s disease is one of them. Keep your blood pressure down by eating well, exercising and cutting back on salt.

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Alzheimer’s disease has been linked to lower levels of education. While you obviously cannot relive your school days, you can keep your brain active by taking classes, learning a new language, doing crossword puzzles etc.

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There have been several studies which have linked depression to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. If you have depression, be sure to get treated by your doctor. In general, try to avoid getting over-stressed and spend time doing things that you find relaxing and enjoyable.

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Homocysteine is an amino acid the body makes to break down the protein we eat. It’s generally found in high levels in people who eat a lot of red meat and has been linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Reducing the amount of meat you eat each week and eating foods that are found to help lower levels of homocysteine such as whole grains and leafy greens will help reduce your Alzheimer’s risk.

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Diabetes is a worrying disease on its own, but it has also been found to increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Eating a healthy diet and maintaining a good body weight are two ways you can reduce your risk of getting type 2 diabetes and subsequently, Alzheimer’s.

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Smoking has been linked to myriad diseases, and Alzheimer’s may be a surprising one. However, smoking restricts blood vessels which, in turn, restrict blood flow to the brain. One more reasons to stub the habit out.

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