Saturday, July 10, 2010

Alzheimers, A loss of self


Alzheimer's Dementia
A loss of self
 
I dedicate this blog to the memory of my dear Mum, Muriel who passed away 6Th March 2008 after 7 years with this insidious disease.
 
Clearly I would like to say that not all memory loss means you have Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia.
 
 
Normal signs of memory Loss that are not necessarily Alzheimer's Disease.
But always go for a check at your Doctors
 
Stress and anxiety
ADHD
Depression
Diabetes,Thyroid and lung,liver,or kidney failure.
Alcoholism
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Infections
Drugs,prescription and over the counter.
 
It is estimated that by the year 2050 1 in 85 people will be stricken with this disease not a good thought but despite this using your brain and challenging your memory is the way to go, we have often heard the saying" Use it or lose it" and I believe this be true.
 

Simple ways are to stimulate with

Crosswords
Games
Computer and games
quizzes
Reading
Cooking using recipes
 
Challenging yourself
Change your usual routines even with dressing and undressing
Use your non-dominant hand for tasks IE brushing your teeth
Close your eyes for different activities, now this is a real challenge
Shop in a different store or start at the opposite end of the store to normal
Change your rooms around, a good way to de-clutter too.
 
Maintain healthy routines
Exercise even a short walk to the shop is better than nothing
Eat healthy OK we all like a bit of junk food now and again but try and include fruit and veg
Low fat,high fibre,cut back red meat.
Sleep get as much as you can without sleeping tablets
De stress as much as you can, sometimes easier said than done.
 
While I include Gift products from Zazzle and Zazzle store owners I would like to think that maybe if you are reading this you may consider giving a small donation to a Alzheimers Association near you.
Thankyou 

 

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