Alzheimer’s disease\u00a0is an irreversible, progressive brain\u00a0disorder\u00a0that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry simple everyday tasks. Alzheimer’s disease\u00a0is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. The\u00a0disease\u00a0is named after Dr. Alois\u00a0Alzheimer.<\/p>\n
People suffering from Alzheimer’s might forget their loved ones. They might forget how to dress themselves, feed themselves, and use the toilet. The disease makes your brain tissue break down over time. It usually happens to people over age 65. A person can live with Alzheimer’s disease for just a few years or for a few decades.<\/p>\n
Here are a few things you can do to enhance your brain health and work to prevent Alzheimer\u2019s:<\/p>\n
1. Learn a second (or third, or fourth) language.<\/p>\n
2. Eat raw fruits and vegetables.<\/p>\n
3. Add a vitamin K supplement to your diet.<\/p>\n
4. Reduce stress.<\/p>\n
5. Commit to regular exercise.<\/p>\n
6. Laugh more.<\/p>\n
7. Limit sugar intake.<\/p>\n
8. Make time for meditation.<\/p>\n
9. Quit smoking.<\/p>\n
10. Adopt a Mediterranean diet.<\/p>\n
Communication difficulties can be one of the most upsetting aspects of caring for someone with Alzheimer\u2019s. It’s frustrating for those with the disease and for the caretaker. Familiarize yourself with some of the common situations that arise when someone has dementia, so that you can respond calmly and effectively. Here are few to tips to make note of:<\/p>\n
To receive a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, the person must have experienced a decline in cognitive or behavioural function and performance compared with how they were previously. This decline interferes with their ability to function at work or in usual activities. The cognitive decline must be observed in at least two of the five symptom areas\u00a0listed below:<\/p>\n
1. Reduced ability to take in and remember new information, which includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n 2. Impairments related to reasoning, complex tasking, taking decisions, for example:<\/strong><\/p>\n 3. Impaired visuospatial abilities like:<\/strong><\/p>\n 4. Impaired speaking, reading and writing, for example:<\/strong><\/p>\n 5. Changes in personality and behaviour, for example:<\/strong><\/p>\n The number one symptom of Alzheimer’s still remains as memory loss especially in the area of learning and recalling new information. If you know someone showing these symptoms guide them to our Alzheimer’s Clinic<\/a>. Please find below link of our website for further details:<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.kokilabenhospital.com\/departments\/clinicsatkh\/alzheimersclinic.html<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Alzheimer’s disease\u00a0is an irreversible, progressive brain\u00a0disorder\u00a0that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry simple everyday tasks. Alzheimer’s disease\u00a0is the most\n
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