You have no items to compare.
ALZHEIMER
| Description |
| Alzheimer's (AHLZ-High-Merz) disease is a progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys a person’s memory and ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate and carry out daily activities. As Alzheimer's progresses, individuals may also experience change in personality and behavior, such as anxiety, suspiciousness or agitation, as well as dilusion or hallucinations. |
| Root Causes |
There are five theories most believed to contribute to the cause of Alzheimer's disease; however, none of them have been proven. They are:
|
| Symptoms |
The onset of Alzheimer’s disease is usually very slow and gradual. It seldom occurs before the age 65. Someone with Alzheimer’s disease may:
|
| Home Remedies |
|
Alzheimer's patient should avoid high fat and high calorie diets. They must also abstain from salt, alcohol, cigarette smoking, processed foods, refined carbohydrates and environmental toxins. Inflammatory agents like anti-oxidants are also beneficial for Alzheimer's patients. Therefore patients with Alzheimer's disease must eat a diet which contains antioxidants like vitamin A, vitamin C, green tea and so on. |
| Precautions |
| Diet and Vitamins:
Your brain is flesh and blood, just like
the rest of your body. It requires nutrition,
blood flow, energy, and care like any other
organ of the body needs. Stress Management: This often underutilized form of preventive medicine is important in reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s. Exercise: Physical, mental and mind/body exercises are all essential for maintaining a healthy body and a healthy mind. |
