Potentially Preventative Information on Alzheimer's Disease.

Senility, Alzheimer's, and Age-Related Memory Loss: these conditions of mental decline that come with aging can be delayed or even prevented. Besides engaging in daily activities that work out your brain, a regular and balanced diet rich with essential amino acids, omega oils, minerals and vitamins will ensure a vibrant and sharp memory. Eat these foods to give your brain the nutrition it needs.

1.Fish:
Protein, an important component in the making of neurotransmitters, is essential to improve mental performance. Aside from being an excellent source of high quality protein, fish are packed with essential oils, such as Omega-3, which protect the brain and supports its development and functioning. Deep sea fish have the highest amounts of fatty acids, and they include salmon, sea bass, halibut, mackerel, and sardines.

2.Blueberries:
These delicious berries are full of powerful antioxidants, which eliminate free-radical damage that causes aging, and they also possess neuro-protective properties that can delay the onset of age-related memory loss by guarding brain cells from damage caused by chemicals, plaque, or trauma. And they combat inflammation, the other factor in aging.

3.Nuts and Seeds:
Nuts and seeds are wonder foods for your brain. Packed with protein and essential fatty acids, nuts and seeds (such as walnuts,pine nuts, pumpkin and sesame seeds)are also chock full of the amino arginine, which stimulates the pituitary gland at the base of the brain to release growth hormone, a substance that declines quickly after age 35; this is a real anti-aging boon to your brain!

4.Strawberries:
They are rich in polyphenols, which improve memory and communication by promoting signals between brain cells.

5.Curry powder:
It’s full of the antioxidant curcumin, which wards off Alzheimer’s disease by preventing the growth of amyloid plaques, which are toxic to brain cells. In parts of India, where it is eaten daily, the Alzheimer’s rate is one-fourth that of the U.S.

6.Cruciferous Vegetables:
Broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts are all rich in choline, an essential nutrient for memory and brain health (Choline is a precursor to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which contributes to healthy and efficient brain processe). As we age, our body's natural choline output declines, and its neuro-chemical action weakens. You can eat choline-rich foods to increase your production of acetylcholine, which will improve your brain power.

Other sources of choline include: eggs, soybeans, peanuts, cabbage, black beans, and kidney beans.

7.Oil, Mono-unsaturated Fats:
Mono-unsaturated fats contain essential fatty acids and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which are crucial for brain development and function, among many other excellent benefits for your health. Olive oil, sesame oil, canola oil, almond oil, flaxseed oil, and fish oil are rich in mono-unsaturated fats and are good choices for brain health. Population studies show that people with a diet that is high in unsaturated, un-hydrogenated fats may have a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease, whereas those with a diet that is higher in saturated fats and trans-fats have an increased risk.

8.L-carnitine Foods:
Age-related memory problems are many times caused by plaque buildup and diminished blood supply to the brain, compromising the delivery of nutrients and oxygen. L-carnitine, an amino acid manufactured in your liver, increases circulation in the brain — among a myriad of powerful benefits for your health. Also, because it prevents fat oxidation in the brain, L-carnitine shows some promise in preventing Alzheimer's disease. Good sources of L-carnitine include: meats, fish, poultry, wheat, avocado, milk, and fermented soybeans.

9.Microalgae:
Microalgaes from the ocean and uncontaminated lakes, including blue-green algae, spirulina, chlorella, seaweed, and kelp are easy-to-digest, high protein and high-energy supplements and contain over a hundred trace minerals! Microalgaes are simple to incorporate into your diet to ensure a good, strong brain function. Look for powders you dissolve in juice or flakes you can sprinkle on your food.

AUTHORS NOTE:See below for link on one product I use on a regular basis that has these ingredients.

10.Green Tea:
Green tea prevents an enzyme found in Alzheimer's disease and is also rich in polyphenols, antioxidants that help prevent premature brain aging. Drink two cups a day to get the brain benefits. To decaf tea, steep for 45 seconds and pour out the water, add fresh hot water to the leaves or tea bag — 95% of caffeine will be eliminated.

This informative page is dedicated to my mother, who passed away on April 16, 2009, from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. I will be adding more information as it is made available. To read about what potentially preventative, Alzheimer's ingredient(s) I have been using for the past several years, click on link above.

NOTE: Are you a caregiver? If so, study this page on “ The 10 Warning Signs of Caregiver Stress” very soon, and visit this website often so that you might “Age Less… and Smile More! :o)