{"id":1720,"date":"2022-06-23T19:55:32","date_gmt":"2022-06-23T19:55:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/100\/?p=1720"},"modified":"2022-06-28T18:56:30","modified_gmt":"2022-06-28T18:56:30","slug":"june-is-alzheimers-brain-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/100\/illinois\/rockford\/blog\/june-is-alzheimers-brain-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"June is Alzheimer\u2019s and Brain Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>June is Alzheimer\u2019s &amp; Brain Awareness Month<\/b><\/h2>\n<h2><b>Boost Your Brain Health<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">by Assisting Hands Home Care National Office<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">June is Alzheimer\u2019s &amp; Brain Awareness Month, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/act.alz.org\/site\/Donation2?df_id=32112&amp;32112.donation=form1&amp;utm_source=bing&amp;utm_medium=paidsearch&amp;utm_campaign=giving-bing&amp;s_subsrc=giving-bing&amp;msclkid=40f963c4d2ca166ddafc017012305b56\">Alzheimer\u2019s Association<\/a> gains support via funds from individuals, companies, and other non-profit organizations to shed light on information and resources for this disease and other forms of dementia. The funds aid in research and spreading awareness about the disease and the ongoing work to find a treatment. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alz.org\">alz.org<\/a>, 6.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer\u2019s disease. By 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million, so it is important to help spread as much awareness as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alzheimer\u2019s disease is a leading cause of death, yet has no cure and only one treatment has shown to likely reduce the cognitive and functional decline in people living with early Alzheimer\u2019s, so boosting brain health is critical in the fight against it. Other treatments temporarily slow the worsening of symptoms to improve quality of life. Even though current research suggests it cannot be prevented, studies show that forming certain habits can boost brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. The Alzheimer\u2019s Association has created this list of 10 ways we can nurture our neurological health:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eat a balanced diet<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eating lower-fat foods along with plenty of fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of cognitive decline, so it is important to eat a balanced diet. The Mediterranean and Mediterranean-DASH diets may also decrease risks associated with cognitive function.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take care of your heart<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Knowing and understanding your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke from conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, goes hand in hand: Take care of your brain by taking care of your heart so your risks is minimized.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get enough sleep every night<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Conditions such as insomnia or sleep apnea can affect memory as well as create cognitive problems, so be sure you\u2019re getting the sleep you need. It\u2019s recommended that most people get 7-9 hours of sleep each night, so be sure to get to bed at a good time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Exercise regularly<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Regular cardiovascular exercise gets your heart rate up and boosts blood flow to your brain and all of your body, so be sure to incorporate it into your day. Studies suggest this can also reduce your risk of cognitive decline, so it is very important to stay physically active.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t smoke<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stopping a smoking habit can put your risk of cognitive decline on par with people who have never smoked, so be sure to focus on quitting. Smoking is strongly associated with increased risk of decline, along with a myriad of other health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stay socially active<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finding ways to stay socially engaged could help support brain health, so remember to stay socially active. Choose activities in your community that are meaningful to you and capture your personal interests. Stay connected to\u00a0 your friends and family.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep your mind active<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Challenge your brain with new activities so your mind is staying active. Play strategy games, learn a new language, learn how to play an instrument, work jigsaw puzzles, or build something \u2013 it could benefit your cognitive health for the near or long term.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Protect your brain<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take steps to stay safe enjoying the activities you love and the ones of everyday living. Always wear a helmet to ride a bike and a seat belt in the car.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Learn something new<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Education reduces your dementia risk at any stage of life, so always try to learn new things. Taking a class online can enrich your knowledge and help keep your brain healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take care of your mental health<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues, it\u2019s important to seek medical advice and treatment so you can heal. Depression has been linked in studies to a higher risk of cognitive decline. Better managing stress can improve overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To learn more about Alzheimer\u2019s Disease and how you can participate in Alzheimer\u2019s &amp; Brain Awareness Month, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alz.org\">alz.org<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6><em>ABOUT OUR SERVICES<\/em><\/h6>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/100\/illinois\/rockford\">Assisting Hands\u00ae Rockford<\/a> can provide assistance in the privacy of their own home for you or a loved one. Our caregivers have training and experience in providing in-home care. They have passed extensive background checks, and are insured, bonded, and trained in CPR and First Aid. Assisting Hands\u00ae Rockford will help you select the best matched caregiver from its pre-screened group of available assistants. 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