How to reduce the risk of developing dementia

To reduce your risk of developing dementia and other serious health conditions it is recommended that you:

-- eat a healthy diet

-- maintain a healthy weight

-- exercise regularly

-- do not drink too much alcohol

-- stop smoking (if you smoke)

-- make sure you keep your blood pressure at a healthy level

Diet and dementia

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-- To eat healthily, a low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended, including plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables (5 A DAY) and wholegrains.

-- Limit the amount of salt in your diet to no more than six grams a day. Too much salt will increase your blood pressure, which puts you at risk of developing dementia. One teaspoonful of salt is about six grams.

-- Avoid eating foods that are high in saturated fat as this increases your cholesterol levels, which also puts you at risk of developing dementia.

Read more about eating healthily.

For detailed info please visit 

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/dementia-guide/Pages/dementia-prevention.aspx


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