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Exercise and Diet Can Reduce Build Up of Protein Linked to Alzheimer’s

  • August 17, 2016

More than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, and the number is steadily increasing. Although there is no known cure or proven way to slow its progression, there are several known risk factors including many that you can control. A new study covered by Neuroscience News has found that, "A healthy diet, regular physical activity and a normal body mass index can reduce the incidence of protein build-ups that are associated with the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. This is more great motivation to eat healthy and be more physically active.

STAY SHARP: Considering there’s no known cure and few if any effective treatments, it’s really important to pay attention to prevention if you want to avoid becoming an Alzheimer’s statistic. A combination of very little sugar and grain carbs, along with higher amounts of healthy fats, is KEY for addressing not only Alzheimer's but diabetes and heart disease as well. Check out these 7 dietary strategies the help prevent Alzheimer's.