Control Risks

A variety of medical conditions are strongly linked to the decline of brain function. Keep your blood pressure and weight at a healthy level, take medication as prescribed, cut down on salt and sugar, keep active and stay socially connected and positive. All of this can help you stay sharp, smart, and increase the vitality and quality of life as you enter your golden years.

• Controlling Risk Factors for Brain Disease
• Mid-Life Health Tied to Late-Life Alzheimer’s

Diabetes / Obesity

Overweight people are more likely to develop diabetes, and diabetics have a much higher risk of getting dementia.

• Belly Fat and Brain Health: It’s Time to Change that ‘Spare Tire’

How to reduce your risk

• Avoid white sugar, white flour, and hydrogenated fat.
• Eat more fiber.
• Eat some protein with every meal.
• Control portion size.
• Exercise for at least 30 minutes 5 times a week.
• Include aerobic, strength, flexibility, and balance.