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If you smoke, are overweight, or have high blood pressure, and you think you’re young enough to be exempt from cardiovascular disease…
You’re sadly mistaken.
But, if you also believe that things such as Alzheimer’s and Dementia are things that only afflict the old and elderly…
Better think again.
When it comes to the gray matter between your ears, age is relative. So, EVERYONE has to be smart about choosing a lifestyle that will allow you to be happy and healthy, whether you’re 25 or 85.
It’s true that as you age, your risk for experiencing a variety of health concerns can increase.
So when it comes to eating the right foods, exercising, and reducing your stress levels, you don’t have time to put it off worrying about it until later.
Studies show that while the younger generation isn’t the typical “at risk” group for heart attack or stroke, some behavioral choices can have very serious consequences, up to and including a decline in their cognitive abilities.
“People who were at the highest risk for heart disease performed 50 percent worse on cognitive tests compared to those at lower risk for heart disease.”
“Diabetes and smoking appeared (to be) the most important risk factors ”… [read more]
In the video below, Dr. Mercola interviews Dr. David Perlmutter about the connections between brain health and your diet.
Watch as Dr. Perlmutter, author of Grain Brain, shares his insights into how to protect your brain health and avoid debilitating diseases of the mind using a key dietary strategy.
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