Nowadays, it is seen that people in our families or
around us get 'forgetful' disease as they approach middle age. Many times we
get annoyed with these people. But this is not right. It is a disease, called 'Alzheimer'.
'Alzheimer' is a neurological disease. It shrinks the
brain and kills brain cells. As a result, memory decreases and one cannot
remember anything.
Therefore, one must be aware for a healthy life - one
must know how to prevent the problem.
Alzheimer's disease is a type of brain abnormality,
which usually causes memory loss, the patient's cognitive function or awareness
of the surroundings begins to decline.
A recently published journal report shows that regular
uninterrupted sleep is very important for children/youth/elderly people.
Because sleep plays a very helpful role in increasing or maintaining memory.
Therefore, it can also be helpful in avoiding Alzheimer's in old age.
This disease is more likely to occur after the age of
65. There is no cure for this disease. As the disease progresses, the patient's
physical condition also deteriorates, and the patient becomes completely
dependent due to inability to perform other daily tasks including eating.
To reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia, we
need to change our eating habits. For this, a 'mild diet' is very beneficial.
To follow a mild diet, the following foods can be
included in the daily food list as advised by nutrition experts -
1. Include whole grain foods in the daily food list.
Red flour, red rice, corn, wheat, oats, whole grain pasta, popcorn - these are
whole grain foods.
2. Sea fish - Omega-3 rich fish such as salmon, tuna,
mackerel, etc. are very beneficial for brain health. Try to eat sea fish at
least two days a week.
3. Beans and bean sprouts - It is very beneficial in
preventing dementia. It contains protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
4. Vegetables - Green vegetables - especially spinach,
broccoli, cabbage, turnips and other green vegetables should be eaten. They
contain lutein, folate, vitamin E, beta carotene and polyphenols.
5. Salad - Eating salad once a day helps reduce the
risk of dementia.
6. Almonds - Almonds are a great way to improve
memory. Eat a small amount of almonds at least five days a week.
7. Olive oil - You can use olive oil as a dressing for
baking and making salads.
Some
things to keep in mind when it comes to a mild diet
-
Red meat, sweets should be eaten as little as
possible. Fast food, oily food should not be eaten more than once a week.
Follow the rules - to lead a healthy life.
