Seven Shocking Facts About Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD), also known as: Dementia is a type of dementia This can lead to memory loss and other critical mental functions. This happens due to the buildup of proteins within the brain. It can cause brain cell connections to be eroded and cells to degenerate.
Although a study has been published in the journal, JAMA Neurology This is what we found About half of Americans are middle-aged There is a risk that some people will develop Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. However, there are many aspects of the disease that remain largely unknown. Continue reading to discover seven amazing facts about Alzheimer’s.
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Six million Americans have Alzheimer’s today. Due to the increasing age of seniors, this number will likely rise. More than twice the number by 2050A major medical breakthrough is needed to reverse, slow, or cure Alzheimer’s. In other words, Alzheimer’s will be a common condition in the United States within 30 years.
These numbers are not surprising, but they do mean that the majority of middle-aged Americans who fear developing the disease won’t.
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Mild cognitive impairmentMCI affects approximately 12 to 18% of people over 60. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 10 to 15% will eventually develop dementia each yea.
However, there are less than One in five Americans Be aware MCI and its signsYou may experience the following symptoms: forgetting things more often; losing your track of time; forgetting appointments or social gatherings; becoming disoriented even in places you are familiar with. These symptoms can also occur in people with different cognitive abilities. Over half of doctors do not believe it is possible to diagnose.
According to a Sep. 2022 report published in Journal of Alzheimer’s DiseaseThe study reviewed over 6.2 Million Americans’ medical records, including those 65 years and older. COVID-19 contracted People who had COVID were 70% more likely to develop AD in the next year than those who didn’t. A stronger association was found among the elderly: The risk of developing Alzheimer’s doubled for those with COVID than those without it.
“We found the The highest risk of an increase Senior researcher explains that the observation was made in older people (> 85) and women (> 75). Rong XuU.S. News and World Report spoke with a Cleveland professor of biomedical informationatics at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
The Alzheimer’s Association warns that even though anyone can get Alzheimer’s, factors such as age, gender, and race can affect your risk.
It may come as no surprise that your risk of Alzheimer’s increases with age—three quarters of Alzheimer’s patients are 75 or older. Two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases are actually women, which is something that is less well known.
Race appears to also play a part in the risk. Black seniors are twice as likely to develop AD than white seniors, while Hispanic seniors are about one-and-a-half times more likely to develop AD than white seniors.
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Although Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disease, experts believe it could have been a more subtle form of dementia. Surprising connection to the heart.
“We know what is good for our hearts.” Great for the headThe Alzheimer’s Society, a U.K.-based health charity, writes ” “Research suggests that improving your heart health through diet and exercise can help to reduce risk of dementia.” The Alzheimer’s Association points out that a recent study revealed that nearly 80 percent of Alzheimer’s sufferers also have heart disease.
The good news is: Many cardiovascular risk factors—for instance, your cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure—are modifiable through lifestyle interventions.
Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s and scientists are yet to confirm it, there are some ways that you can prevent or slow down the progression of the disease. Some evidence suggests that regular exercise and healthy eating could be the best options.
“Exercise may directly benefit brain cells by increasing blood and oxygen flow in the brain. Because of its known cardiovascular benefits, a medically approved exercise program is a valuable part of any overall wellness plan,” This is the Alzheimer’s Association.
It can be neuroprotective to limit your intake sugar and saturated fats and instead eat whole foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Although there are many healthy eating habits that may reduce your chance of getting Alzheimer’s, two main recommendations for brain health are the Mediterranean diet (DASH) and the Mediterranean diet.
It is clear to see how a TBI (traumatic brain injury) can harm your brain, but many people do not realize that such incidents can lead to long-term complications, which could include an increased risk of Alzheimer’s. According to the Alzheimer’s Association a brain injury that results in a loss or consciousness puts people at risk of developing future AD.
By taking preventative measures to avoid falls and crashes, you can lower your chance of suffering a traumatic brain injury. Always wear a seatbelt in cars, wear a helmet when biking or participating in sports, and take steps to minimize your risk of falling at home—especially as your risk of serious falls increases with age.
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