Dementia is a common neurological disorder in the United States. It usually occurs in old age above 60 to 65. People with dementia have problems in thinking and remembering.
According to Live Science, there has been a major decline in the percentage of people with dementia. The study was conducted on old people with age 65 or above who were diagnosed with dementia in early 2000's and reports have shown a great decline in the percentage of senior people. Statistics show that the numbers have dropped from more than eleven percent in 2002 to almost nine percent in 2011.
Dementia is a combination of different symptoms and according to recent researches, it has been revealed that external factors have a lot to contribute. Education is being regarded the most important. Experts say that people who spend 16 or more years in their studies are less likely to have memory problems.
In addition, education helps in cognitive development, which in later life could overcome mental abnormalities resulting in dementia and other associated diseases. Aside from education, nutrition, sleep and fitness are also factors that can protect the mind and keep it healthy.
Gleaner also suggests ways that can prevent dementia and the shrinkage of the brain. Experts suggest various nutrients and foods can also help in the prevention of neurological disorders such as dementia.
Diet can play an important role in brain development and growth. A complete diet includes vegetables, fruits, fish, beans and nuts. Fish oil has omega three fatty acids that consume eight percent of the total brain fat and taking this supplements is helpful in keeping the brain healthy.
Antioxidants are advantageous for the brain to and vitamins A, C and E contain antioxidants that are extremely good for the brain. Some herbs have also been proven to be useful for the brain's aging.
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