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Alzheimer's disease is devastating. It strikes 1 in 10 Americans over age 65 and almost half of Americans over 85 the odds of developing Alzheimer's double every five years after 65. Alzheimer's robs capabilities and independence, it's also very expensive. This year the federal government will spend more than $120 billion to support those struggling with it. For every dollar the government spends to treat the impact of Alzheimer's, it devotes less than than a penny towards finding a cure . So we need to find out how to prevent this from happening. 6 Prevention Pillars 1 Regular exercise 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week. The ideal plan involves a combination of cardio exercise and strength training. Good activities for beginners include walking and swimming. 2 Healthy Diet Enjoy a Mediterranean diet. Several epidemiological studies show that eating a Mediterranean diet dramatically reduces the risk of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. 3 Mental Stimulation Learn something new, study a foreign language, practice a musical instrument, read the newspaper, do crossword puzzles or play board games. 4 Preventable Rehabilitation Chiropractic, physical therapy improve balance, muscle strength, and mobility and provide pain management. Having a high risk of falling is common with Alzheimer's patients due to muscle weakness and balance deficits. Chiropractic and physical therapy can assess one's ability to walk safely, the risk of falls, and other functional tasks. The doctor will develop a treatment program, including adjustments, exercise, to help maintain your loved one's current abilities, which also has the effect of reducing the burden on the caregiver. Rehabilitation services have much to offer at all stages in the disease process to maximize function, manage day to day activities, reduce caregiver stress and improve the quality of life for all. 5 Quality Sleep It's common for people with Alzheimer's disease to suffer from insomnia and other sleep problems. Improve your sleep by taking naps and getting on a regular sleep pattern, schedule and set the mood for relaxation. 6 Stress Management Get your stress levels in check with these proven techniques. 1) Breathe. Deep, abdominal breathing 2) Schedule daily relaxation activities. Meditation, pray and do daily reflection techniques. 3) Keep your sense of humor. Laughing helps your body fight stress. Having a preventable plan against Alzheimer's will help you in decreasing your risk of contracting the disease. Need relief from Digestive Disorders? Back Pain? Migraines? Lower Back Pain • Neck Pain Migraines • Digestive Disorders • Allergies Carpal Tunnel • Sciatica • Asthma • Ear Infections www.drdanchiropractic.com www.drdanchiropractic.com 813-882-8181 $35 includes exam, consult and full set of x-rays 5015 W. Waters Ave. • Tampa, Fl. 33634 Our no risk policy. The patient or other person responsible for payment has the right to cancel payment, be reimbursed for any service, exam treatment which is performed as a result of, within 72 hours of responding to special offer. 6 Pillars of Alzheimer's Prevention Dr. Dan Durrieu Family Health Chiropractic 5015 W. Waters Ave. Tampa, Fl. 33634 PH. 813-882-8181 Abby's Magazine - November/December 2015 | Page 47