14 Ways to Prevent Dementia

Stop Alzheimer's Disease Before It Begins

Dementia is a devastating disease that affects millions of people around the world. While there is no cure for dementia, there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk of developing it.

A new report by world-leading experts has identified 14 modifiable risk factors associated with 40% of all dementia cases. These risk factors include:

• Midlife obesity
• Midlife hypertension
• Midlife high cholesterol
• Midlife diabetes
• Physical inactivity
• Smoking
• Excessive alcohol intake
• Diet low in fruits and vegetables
• Depression
• Social isolation
• Air pollution
• Head injury
• Hearing loss
• Poor sleep

While you can't control all of these risk factors, there are a number of things you can do to improve your overall health and reduce your risk of dementia, such as:

• Eating a healthy diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
• Getting regular exercise
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Quitting smoking
• Limiting alcohol intake
• Managing stress
• Staying socially active
• Getting enough sleep
• Protecting your hearing
• Wearing a helmet when riding a bike or motorcycle
• Taking steps to reduce your exposure to air pollution

By following these tips, you can reduce your risk of dementia and improve your overall health and well-being.