Practical tips for preventing Alzheimers diseasea progressive neurological disorder that causes the brain to atrophyare more needed than ever.
Alzheimers disease rates in the U.S. are projected to increase by 24% from 2019 levels by 2039.
Globally, 22% of all people aged 50 or older have Alzheimers disease.
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Theres no definitive cause for Alzheimers, so there are also no definitive prevention strategies.
This is not a comprehensive list, as the study authors highlighted almost 20 food categories in their paper.
Lignans help reduce neurodegeneration, or the progressive loss of structure or function of neurons, including their death.
Walnuts may also inhibit inflammatory signaling pathways in the brain.
In Alzheimers, however, tau proteins become defective and form tangled, twisted fibers within these cells.
Hazelnuts
Hazelnutsare packed with nutrients and a rich, sweet flavor.
Hazelnuts also contain flavonoids like quercetin.
Vitamin D acts primarily as a hormone and has many mechanisms to shield against aging.
Other studies also suggest that a higher intake of omega-3s can reduce your risk of Alzheimers disease.
Less of these foods and more brain-healthy foods will support lifelong brain health.
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