Apr 9, 2011

Tips for our own brains

"Swedish and Finnish researchers found that moderate coffee consumption (3-5 cups a day) cuts dementia risk 65%. Good Housekeeping October 2010

This article also suggests one keeps an eye on cholesterol. High cholesterol levels in one's forties increased the risk of developing Alzheimer's. A study done at the University College London has revealed that high HDL levels of cholesterol (the "good" kind) also is a protective factor for maintaining memory and cognitive functioning. Obesity increases dementia risk by 80% according to research done at Johns Hopkins.

All supportive information for us as dementia caregivers in protecting our own health.

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