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Best supplements for Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It is a chronic, degenerative disease of the brain that impairs thinking, memory, and cognitive function. Here are some of the best supplements that can delay the progression of the disease and improve symptoms and quality of life.

 

Best supplements for Alzheimer‘s disease

 

Acetyl-L-carnitine

 

-         Acetyl-L-camitine is an amino acid derivative.

-         It helps increase the levels of acetylcholine.

 

Dosage: 1 g 3 times daily.

 

Bacopa monnieri

 

-         This herb is well known for enhancing several aspects of mental function.

-         It helps increase the availability of acetylcholine in the brain, which improves memory and cognition.

-         It is loaded with many antioxidant properties which are beneficial for brain cells

Dosage: 200–450 mg daily

 

Ginkgo biloba

 

-         This herb helps improve the memory and cognitive function.

-         It is beneficial for delaying of Alzheimer’s.

 

Dosage: 120–240 mg daily, standardized to 6 % terpene lactones and 24 % flavone glycosides. It may take 3 to 6 weeks to notice benefit.

 

 

Phosphatidylserine:

 

-         It is also effective in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

-         It improves both behavior and mental function and reduces symptoms of depression.

 

Dosage: 300 mg daily.                   

 

B-vitamins

 

-         B-vitamins are essential for supporting neurotransmitter function.

-         Usually people with Alzheimer’s are Vitamin B1 deficient.  

 

Dosage:  40–100 mg B-complex.

 

 

Fish oils

 

-         Reduce inflammation

-         Nerve cell membrane protector.

-         Important for healthy brain function.

 

Dosage: supplement 1–3 g daily or eat fish.

 

 

Vitamin E

 

-         It is an effective antioxidant that helps protect the brain from damage due to oxidative stress and inflammation.

 

Dosage: 1,000–2,000 IU daily.

 

Diet and lifestyle tips for Alzheimer’s Disease:

 

Diet for Alzheimer’s Disease

 

Foods to include:

 

-         Include omega-3 fatty acid containing fishes like wild, organic salmon, halibut, sole, and cod.

-          Olive oil is a monounsaturated fat that is also helpful.

-         Foods rich in vitamin E, such as whole grains, vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, and egg yolks.

-         Zinc containing foods such as pumpkin seeds, black-eyed peas, wheat germ, tofu, and seafood.

 

 

Foods to avoid:

 

-         Avoid aluminum containing foods; it is commonly found in baked goods, processed foods, and beverages.

-         Avoid saturated and trans fats  such as deep-fried foods, and baked goods and margarine containing hydrogenated oils; minimize saturated fat (red meat and high-fat dairy).

 

 

Lifestyle tips for Alzheimer’s disease

 

-         Avoid high blood pressure and cholesterol by maintaining a healthy body weight.  Therefore, try to make a healthy and regular exercise plan. At least go for a 15 to 30 minutes walk, three times a week

-         Mental exercises are also beneficial  for reducing the risk of  Alzheimer’s. Read, do cross word puzzles, and play memory games.

-         Avoid aluminum  foil and beverages stored in aluminum cans.