There’s no proven way to reduce the risk of dementia. However, there is evidence of certain strong links between lifestyle choices and the likeliness of getting such a disease. To help increase your chances of avoiding dementia, here are just some of the things that you can do.
Be physically active
Physical activity is thought to be one of the best ways of keeping dementia at bay. Physical activity helps to benefit every part of the body including the brain. You don’t have to be running marathons or lifting heavy weights in the gym – activities like walking, gardening and doing physical housework can be good sources of aerobic exercise. The key is to avoid a sedentary lifestyle.
Exercise your brain
Mental exercises are strongly believed to help strengthen the brain against disease. Maths puzzles as found at PennyDell Puzzles are great for the brain, while crosswords and board games can be equally as effective. You can also exercise your brain by reading challenging books, learning a new language or learning an instrument.
