10 Ways to Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

1. Exercise Regularly

• Complete aerobic exercise a few times a week can reduce dementia risk 40-50%

2. Eat a Healthy Diet

• Minimize intake of saturated and trans fats which can elevate cholesterol levels
• Look for fruits and veggies that are high in vitamins and minerals like folate

3. Get Your Vitamin E

• Just 5 mg a day from natural foods can reduce risk of Alzheimer’s
• Munch on nuts, seeds, avocados, tomatoes, or spinach

4. Boost Your Omega-3 Intake

• Studies show people who eat diets rich in omega-3s have lower rates of Alzheimer’s
• Find omega-3s in salmon, mackerel, tuna, flax-seeds, and chia seeds

5. Quit Smoking

• Smoking increases the odds of Alzheimer’s in people over 65 by almost 79%
• Your brain benefits from improved circulation when you stop smoking