The good news is that controlling your risks comes with extended benefits: The same measures that help prevent Alzheimer’s also help prevent many other diseases.
Quit smoking. This is the first thing you can do. It’s simple, if not easy. Smoking harms the blood vessels in the brain—not just in the heart and lungs. There are many methods to choose from to help you quit, from medication to support groups. Start with the American Lung Association to find resources.
Improve your diet. Eating a healthy diet contributes to the health of the whole body, and while diet plans differ, the general advice is the same: Eat meals rich in vegetables and fruits, whole grains, and healthy proteins and fats. As with the project of quitting smoking, the key to success here is to find what works for you. Remember that for an eating style to be effective, it must be sustainable. This is not the place for fad diets or extremely restrictive diets. Too much alcohol, too, can increase your risk of Alzheimer’s. Consider cutting down if this is a factor for you.
Exercise your brain. This one should be fun. Don’t force yourself to do crossword puzzles if they’re not up your alley. Anything that gives your mind a workout is beneficial. Do you like reading novels? How about trying your hand at writing one? If you like listening to music, consider taking up an instrument. You don’t have to join an orchestra to get a lot of joy out of making your own music. Adopt passive therapies like 40Hz lights to rejuvenate healthy brain function. I think of this as a vitamin for your brain.
Exercise your body. Like a healthy diet, this one has innumerable health benefits besides its role in reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s. Start easy and build up your tolerance gradually. Make at least part of your exercise routine aerobic (increasing your heartbeat). Above all, remember that if you can find an exercise you enjoy, you’re much more likely to stick with it.
There’s no guarantee that you can prevent yourself from developing Alzheimer’s. Instead, it’s best to think in terms of combating risks and working toward prevention. You will find that the same measures you take to reduce your risks of Alzheimer’s will bring many benefits to your physical, mental, and even emotional health.
A doctor-recommended light therapy that rejuvenates brain function leading to remarkable health benefits. Choose a light system that fits effortlessly into your daily routine.
A 4-light system to fits into common areas like lounges, game rooms, or libraries where groups of people experience the lights and move freely about the spaces. The lights are synchronized to fill large rooms with safe, rejuvenating light to complement daily routines and planned activities.
Our synchronized 2-light system is best for larger rooms and shared spaces like family rooms and offices. Set them up on either side of the TV and turn them on while you’re watching your favorite programs. Or set them on conference tables or end tables for daily meetings. Think of them like a candle that casts glimmering light to improve concentration and executive function.
We designed Beacon40 Personal to fit into any home or office. Turn it on for at least one hour a day and experience the passive therapy of rejuvenating 40Hz light. Use them in any room at home while you answer emails, during meals or while you go about your daily routines. Use voice controls to set your personal preferences including tone, brightness and schedule.
