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Alzheimer's

Symptoms of Alzheimer's

As an individual grows old he or she often exhibits a forgetfulness of simple information and a lack of adequate reflexes. Although Alzheimer's disease begins with these symptoms it is much more complex and detrimental. Alzheimer's disease is essentially a brain degenerative disease and it progressively affects the nervous system. Parts of the brain that are affected by Alzheimer's disease lose the ability to perform the function for which they are responsible, and this severely harms the quality of the patient's life. Forgetfulness increases as more brain tissue deteriorates and mild memory loss progresses into confusion, depression and distinct behavioral changes. These symptoms may also be accompanied by aggression, which is the most common reason for patients of Alzheimer's disease to be sent to assisted facilities.

Patients find it difficult to complete their daily routines and they forget recently accomplished tasks in addition to losing the ability to adequately evaluate situations and made sensible decisions. Sudden mood swings, lethargy and the lack of enthusiasm are also common symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Eventually, patients of Alzheimer's disease become completely dependent on their families. It is particularly disheartening for family members when the patients are unable to recognize or respond to their loved ones.

Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease


The alteration of brain cells occurs before the physical symptoms of Alzheimer's disease are observed and the fact that its initial signs are similar to symptoms related to increasing age complicate the early recognition of Alzheimer's disease. By the time Alzheimer's disease can be accurately diagnosed, it is already too late to prevent its progress. Furthermore, the disease is incurable but its symptoms may be managed.

Prevention is the best way to control Alzheimer's disease. Some simple strategies to prevent this disease are:

Lead an active physical and social life.
Exercise the body and brain regularly. To exercise the brain, an individual should engage in mentally challenging activities such as solving puzzles, learning new things and practicing new hobbies.
Eat healthy and consume foods that are beneficial for the nervous system and the aging process. Some of these foods are blueberries, nuts, fish, carrots, herbs, and fresh vegetables. Include many colorful foods, foods rich in anti-oxidants, and those possessing anti-inflammatory effects.
Avoid diets that are rich in fat and high in calories such as processed foods, fried foods and refined carbohydrates.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
Read about Alzheimer's disease and act proactively, particularly if other family members have been diagnosed with the disease.
Visit a qualified doctor if early stage symptoms including forgetfulness and confusion are detected to ensure that the disease may be properly treated.

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