Minimizing the risk of Alzheimer's disease /

Alzheimer's disease and dementia--which can begin in the 30s--are on the increase, and may soon overwhelm our health-care systems. Yet individuals can do much to educate themselves and learn how to minimize their risks. A prudent diet, lifestyle modifications, nutritional supplements, exercise...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Murray, Frank, 1924-
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Algora Publishing, 2012.
Temas:
Alzheimer's disease > Risk factors.
Alzheimer's disease > Prevention.
Maladie d'Alzheimer > Facteurs de risque.
HEALTH & FITNESS > Diseases > General.
MEDICAL > Clinical Medicine.
MEDICAL > Diseases.
MEDICAL > Evidence-Based Medicine.
MEDICAL > Internal Medicine.
Alzheimer's disease > Prevention
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Ouvrages de référence.
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Introduction
  • What is Alzheimer's disease?
  • Dementia is on the increase
  • You don't have to be depressed
  • Understanding the human brain
  • Your brain : use it or lose it
  • Importance of sleep
  • A prudent diet is important
  • Don't forget to exercise
  • Carnitine is an exceptional supplement
  • Vitamins and Alzheimer's disease
  • Minerals and Alzheimer's disease
  • Herbs and Alzheimer's disease
  • Combination nutrients
  • Other supplements and therapies
  • Avoid toxic metals and pollutants
  • Drugs : the good, the bad and the ugly
  • The value of red wine
  • Don't smoke!
  • Appendix 1. When it's time for a nursing home
  • Appendix 2. Incidence of Alzheimer's disease by state
  • Appendix 3. Alzheimer's associations around the world.

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