15 Things That Raise Your Risk of Dementia.
Here are some factors that can increase your risk of dementia. By understanding these risks, you can take steps to protect your brain health and maintain cognitive function as you age.
References:
https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/ss/slideshow-raise-chances-dementia
Here are some factors that can increase your risk of dementia. By understanding these risks, you can take steps to protect your brain health and maintain cognitive function as you age.
References:
https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/ss/slideshow-raise-chances-dementia
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00:00 Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.
00:04 Before we start, please at least subscribe so we can have little money for food and paying bills.
00:09 Alright, today we are going to talk about, 15 things that raise your risk of dementia.
00:14 Here are some factors that can increase your risk of dementia.
00:17 By understanding these risks, you can take steps to protect your brain health and maintain
00:21 cognitive function as you age. 1. Age
00:24 Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, affects about a third of people
00:28 aged 85 and older. Remember, dementia isn't a normal part of aging.
00:32 2. Heart disease Heart disease can lead to heart
00:35 attacks or strokes, increasing dementia risk. It's usually caused by plaque buildup in arteries,
00:40 slowing blood flow to the brain and making it harder to think clearly or remember things.
00:44 3. Air pollution Living in areas with high air
00:48 pollution increases the risk of dementia. Nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter
00:52 are particularly harmful. 4. Diabetes
00:55 Diabetes damage blood vessels that slow or block blood flow to the brain.
00:58 Managing diabetes with medication, exercise, and a healthy diet may help slow brain decline.
01:04 5. Poor sense of smell Difficulty identifying odors
01:08 can be an early sign of dementia. A simple smell test can flag the need for early treatment.
01:12 6. High cholesterol High cholesterol in middle age is linked to
01:16 obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes, all of which increase dementia risk.
01:20 The exact link between cholesterol and dementia isn't clear yet.
01:24 7. Herpes Oral herpes (HSV-1) can infect the brain and is linked to a decline in some mental
01:29 functions. Lab studies suggest HSV-1 might trigger Alzheimer's signs.
01:34 8. Depression Depression may increase dementia risk or be
01:37 an early symptom of other diseases. Therapy and medication can help manage depression.
01:42 9. Eating patterns A diet high in processed meats and carbs can
01:46 increase dementia risk. Those who avoid dementia often pair meat with fruits and veggies instead.
01:51 10. Head injury Severe or repeated head injuries can double
01:54 or quadruple dementia risk. Seek medical attention for any head injury with symptoms like passing out,
01:59 blurry vision, dizziness, confusion, nausea, or light sensitivity.
02:03 11. Loneliness A 10-year study found that chronic loneliness
02:07 of people under 80 can double the risk of dementia. However, overcoming loneliness can
02:12 mitigate this risk. 12. Obesity
02:14 Obesity in middle age raises the risk of dementia later in life due to increased chances of heart
02:19 disease and diabetes. A healthy diet and regular exercise can help manage weight and reduce dementia
02:24 risk. 13. Genes
02:26 A family history of Alzheimer's increases your risk, but it doesn't guarantee you'll get dementia.
02:31 Consider genetic counseling if you're thinking about testing for Alzheimer's risk.
02:35 14. Sleep Chronic sleep problems can increase the risk of dementia.
02:39 Maintain a healthy sleep routine by avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and electronics in the
02:43 evening, and establish a soothing bedtime ritual. 15. Smoking
02:47 Smoking damages blood vessels, increasing the risk of strokes and vascular dementia.
02:51 Seek support from a doctor or mental health professional to help quit smoking if needed.
02:56 These factors can significantly impact your risk of dementia. Understanding and addressing them
03:00 can help you maintain better cognitive health as you age.
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