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Monday, December 10th, 2012
A Mediterranean-style diet has been recommended as a reliable way to harness the power of nutrition to prevent diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and now Alzheimer’s disease as well. Unfortunately, there are a variety of businesses designed to scam consumers, and diets are no exception. However, you don’t need to worry about that when adopting a Mediterranean-style. The Mediterranean diet isn’t a diet program, it’s just a way of eating comprised of key features that help classify it as such. Many of these features are recommended to those seeking to prevent Alzheimer’s and even treat Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).
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Saturday, December 8th, 2012
Most people are familiar with chia seeds as the sources of sprouts for Chia Pets, but this tiny seed is full of omega-3 fatty acids and are high in fiber and minerals. If you haven’t looked to chia seeds as a nutritional source for Alzheimer’s prevention, now may be the time to do so.
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Thursday, December 6th, 2012
Today, we’re going to tell you the tale of a special relationship between something you’ve certainly heard of and another you probably haven’t but should know equally as well. This is the story of B vitamins and homocysteine, what they are, how they function in our bodies, and what you need to do to manage them to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
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Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
Eating a healthier diet to prevent and treat Alzheimer’s and other diseases doesn’t have to mean skimping on holiday treats. It’s all a matter of being smarter about the choices you make.
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Tuesday, December 4th, 2012
Every day, we make food choices that affect our health. Many of us eat foods without thinking about what happens in our bodies once the food enters our digestive system. We understand certain foods are “bad” and others are “good”, but food, and its effects on our bodies, is so much more complex than that.
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Monday, December 3rd, 2012
As the days become shorter, we find our immune systems assaulted by a variety of nasty cold and flu bugs. During these short, colder days we need to take strong preventative measures to help boost our immune systems.
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Friday, November 30th, 2012
Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown time and again to improve and prevent a variety of ailments, most notably heart disease. Researchers have also been conducting tests on the affects of omega-3 fatty acids on the brain and studies show an improvement in cognition after adopting a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These oils may slow or prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Thursday, November 29th, 2012
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Many people rely on that cup of joe to get themselves going in the morning. Studies about both risks and benefits of drinking coffee abound, but can that jolt of caffeine protect against Alzheimer’s? It may.
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Wednesday, November 28th, 2012
Yesterday, we published Part 1 of our 2-Part series about who should be concerned about Alzheimer’s prevention. The short answer is, everyone, but there are people already challenged by other ailments that should be particularly concerned about developing Alzheimer’s. Yesterday, we discussed the Alzheimer’s connection to diabetes and the importance of managing blood sugar levels. Today we will focus on high blood pressure and how it is related to Alzheimer’s disease.
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Tuesday, November 27th, 2012
Today we are publishing Part 1 of a two-part series about who should be concerned about Alzheimer’s prevention.
As the number of people suffering from Alzheimer’s continues to steadily increase, we should all be looking for ways to prevent the disease. However, there are certain conditions that can increase your risk of suffering from the disease. We have made a list of a few of the conditions with strong links to Alzheimer’s disease. If you suffer from any of these conditions, it’s time for you to adopt some healthier dietary habits that could ward off Alzheimer’s disease.
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