Just about everybody – especially the kids of someone with Alzheimer’s – wants to know how to prevent this disease. It’s a terror, wreaking havoc on generations of families. So what can you do to prevent it from taking control of your life?

Just like any other disease, prevention of Alzheimer’s is all about taking care of yourself. You need to exercise both your body and your brain. This means you need to stay active no matter what. For your body, go for daily walks, join a gym, play tennis, or ride a bike. For your brain, read books, work word puzzles, take up a new hobby, volunteer.

Make sure you remain physically healthy. An annual physical by your doctor is a good idea. You need to keep your blood pressure under control—so if you have an issue with this, please follow your doctor’s orders and plan of treatment. Have your blood checked to measure cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Keep your weight under control.

If you suspect you may have depression, see your doctor. When depression is not treated it doesn’t go away on its own, and in many cases it continues to worsen. When depression becomes severe, it has dementia-like symptoms. Depression is manageable if you see your doctor and follow the plan of treatment.

For more information on ways to prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia, visit www.AlzheimersHope.com and click on the link marked “How To Stop Or Delay The Disease” on the right hand side.