What's going on?. Why the explosion of Alzheimer's and dementia? -- What exactly are Alzheimer's and dementia- How do you know if you have it? -- What can you do about it? -- Is it genetic? -- The top ten dementogens that hurt your brain. Dementogen 1: heavy metals -- Dementogen 2: environmentally acquired illnesses -- Dementogen 3: anticholinergic medications -- Dementogen 4: too much copper -- Dementogen 5: Sweeteners and sugar -- Dementogen 6: alcohol -- Dementogen 7: trans fats -- Dementogen 8: general anesthesia -- Dementogen 9: marijuana and other drugs -- Dementogen 10: chronic infections -- The healthy brain zone plan. Form your pan -- Step 1: Break insulin resistance -- Step 2: remove toxins -- Step 3: quench your inflammation -- Step 4: practice intermittent fasting -- Step 5: get a good night's sleep -- Step 6: manage your stress -- Step 7: make exercise a habit -- Step 8: balance your hormones -- Step 9: feed your body and brain -- Step 10: fuel your brain -- Step 11: strengthen your brain -- Step 12: protect your brain.
Summary:
Identifies the top ten dementogens (dementia-causing factors) and provides solutions to minimize or avoid their effects on your body and brain.
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