Are you suffering from dementia?
Did you know that 45% of cases of dementia, also known as forgetfulness, are preventable? This is an important fact. The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that if we make necessary changes in our lifestyle and environment, the cases of dementia can be reduced. The new guidelines of WHO can prove to be very helpful in this direction. Come, let us know about these guidelines.
Reason for increase in cases of dementia
Dementia is a brain disease that gradually affects memory, thinking, and the ability to perform daily tasks. 60-70% of dementia cases are related to Alzheimer’s. Currently, approximately 57 million people worldwide are affected by dementia, and approximately 10 million new cases are reported each year.
The risk of dementia is increasing rapidly in India also. According to a study, about 8.8 million people aged 60 years and above suffer from this disease.
Air pollution: a major threat
The new guidelines include air pollution as a significant risk factor for dementia for the first time. Breathing polluted air affects our ability to think and understand. The 2024 Lancet Commission report and BMJ Public Health study have also revealed that pollution increases the risk of dementia.
How to reduce the risk of dementia?
WHO has advised making several important lifestyle improvements to reduce the risk of dementia. Such as completely stopping the consumption of tobacco and alcohol, taking nutritious diet and doing regular exercise.
Apart from this, it is also necessary to control high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. People who have hearing problems should consult a doctor and using hearing aids may be beneficial.
Avoid Vitamin Supplements
Many people consume vitamins and omega-3 supplements to keep the brain healthy, but according to WHO, this should not be done. These supplements should be avoided if they are not needed, as there is no scientific evidence that their consumption prevents dementia.
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