YOU have the power and ability to help control YOUR brain health journey. Take actions now. Your choices today can make a profound impact on your brain health for the future.
The changes that occur in the brain that eventually lead to dementia start 10-30 years BEFORE symptoms appear. Waiting on symptoms to occur is too late for prevention.
Dementia is not a specific disease, it is a general term for a decline in brain function that interferes with daily life. Dementia alters memory and thinking, making it difficult to perform familiar tasks.
Our prevention plan focuses on the risk factors for the two main types of dementia: Alzheimer’s and Vascular.
Only about 1% of Alzheimer’s and Vascular dementia is directly caused by genetics or our DNA.
This means our lifestyle and environment play a HUGE role in the other 99%.
To reduce your risk of dementia, focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle:
Disclaimer: While this site and its content are created by medical professionals, the information provided should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or diet. The content on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Complete the Dementia Prevention questionnaire in just 5 minutes!
If you have recent lab work, have your results ready to enter in the lab section. If you do not have lab work, that is ok. You will still get all the information about what labs are important for dementia prevention and why.
Make sure you know your waist circumference.
1. Stand up
2. Wrap a tape measure flat around the widest part of your stomach, which is usually across your belly button.
3. Breathe in gently and then take the measurement when you breathe out.