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Alzheimers |
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Natural Herbal Remedies for Alzheimers / Dementia / Memory Loss
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memory loss set in? As we grow older, we sometimes begin to notice that our memories are not as good as they used to be. Decline in cognitive functioning, including memory, can begin from as young as the mid-thirties and is greatly affected by genetic makeup, stress and other health-related factors such as diet, exercise and lifestyle. It has also been discovered that the more active we are mentally, the better our minds work and of course this applies to all age groups! A healthy lifestyle can help Keep your mind functioning at its peak by eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables and whole grain foods, getting plenty of fresh air and sunshine and exercising regularly. Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol intake and other drugs. Keep your mind as active as possible - enjoy life to its fullest and find things to laugh about every day!
Nutrients to Support Cognitive Function; Memory and Mental Sharpness
Acetyl L-Carnitine: Enhances brain cell function and helps prevent the deterioration of brain cells during times of stress and with age. It also increases levels of acetylcholine, which is essential for memory.
B12: Promotes mental sharpness and clarity. Deficiencies of B12 can sometimes mimic symptoms of Alzheimer's or other types of dementia and low levels of this B vitamin are often associated with severe depression.
Turmeric: Supports cognitive function and has a protective effect on the brain. Curcumin, the active constituent of turmeric has been found to improve cognitive function in seniors and in one recent study was shown to inhibit the formation of amyloid protein. Amyloid protein is a a damaging protein found in the brains of Alzheimer's patients and is considered to be a major characteristic of the disease.
Fish Oils: The omega-3 fats found in fish oil are needed for normal brain development in infants and children and for normal brain function in adults. Along with improving poor memory and thinking processes, fish oils may help with a number of mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, hostility and aggressiveness.
Phosphatidylserine (PS): Improves cognitive
function and memory, especially in age-related memory
decline. Phosphatidylserine is incorporated into the
fatty membranes of brain cells, where it maintains
flexibility and enables communication between brain cells. |
