Memory Loss Occurs At Any Age

Memory loss only happens when you get old, right? Think again! A 2015 UCLA study found it occurs across all age groups about the same! 

• 26% in older adults
• 22 % in middle-aged
• 14 % in young adults

That is because it is a disease just like obesity, diabetes or cancer. It starts building silently and early and can pop up at any age. 

But you can preserve mental function and protect against cognitive decline. And just like obesity, diabetes and cancer, you can take steps to keep your brain healthy and ward off dementia now. 

Here are 3 simple steps to add your daily routine. 

Get 30 minutes of physical activity per day  Regular physical exercise, specifically aerobic exercise such as walking at a quick pace, can help slow memory loss and improve mental function.

Develop healthy habits in all aspects of life  Not smoking, drinking only in moderation, staying socially involved, managing stress, getting adequate rest, and cultivating a positive attitude and outlook have all been associated with a lowered risk of Alzheimer's. Getting key vitamins, minerals, and amino acids are also key in maintaining a healthy brain. 

Keep an active mind  "Use it or lose it" applies to mental as well as physical health. Enjoy crossword puzzles, mind games, challenging reading, and take educational classes.

The UCLA research group, in collaboration with the RAND Corporation, also reviewed epidemiological studies that connect healthy lifestyle behaviors and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s. 

This study concluded if everyone in the United States adopted just one Alzheimer’s prevention lifestyle behavior, within 5 years we could have 1 million fewer cases of Alzheimer’s disease! And they found that combining these strategies creates a strong synergy and greater impact than doing just one or two alone. 

We have the ability to delay the onset of Alzheimer’s by the simple daily choices we make!

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