Physical exercise has positive effects on the brain, and may be the best means of preventing dementia. Regular exercise works better than intellectual activity, medications and nutrition for maintaining cognitive function, according to the Mayo Clinic director of Alzheimer's research, Dr. Ronald Petersen. Consult with your doctor to determine which exercises are suitable for your needs.
According to the authors of a study published in the Feb. 2009 issue of the "Archives of Neurology," the foods emphasized in the Mediterranean diet may protect you against the cardiovascular and neurological damage that can lea...
Other foods in the diet do the opposite and prevent inflammation in the body. These are the foods to eat to prevent dementia.
Nutrition is extremely important in helping to prevent brain deterioration such as Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Studies have shown that a carefully regimented diet and attention to dietary decencies can slow the deteriora...
