combating memory loss in seniors

Combating Memory Loss in Seniors

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Human beings begin losing brain cells and producing lower levels of the chemicals needed for brain function in their late twenties.

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Some aspects of age-related memory loss can therefore be explained by these normal physiological changes.

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Tumor-prohibiting histone deacetylase inhibitors, may help to improve memory function and lessen memory loss – possibly even memory loss attributed to Alzheimer’s disease.

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Omega 3 fats, have been found to positively-impact mental functioning, lessen memory loss and slow mental decline.

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The best Omega 3-sources today are walnuts, flaxseeds, beans, fish, olive oil and winter squash.

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Another way to keep the brain fires burning is to engage in mental exercises.

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Even older brains retain the ability to generate new neurons, and mental stimulation may increase this ability.

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People who continue exposing themselves to new mental challenges well into old-age may reduce the negative mental effects of aging.

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Mental challenges, combined with physical and social activity, may very well be a cord that helps many older adults stay connected to their full mental capacities.

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When people stop seeing a connection between their actions and their quality of life, the risk becomes greater that they will experience memory loss and other aspects of mental decline.

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