Argumentative Essay On Alzheimer's

Research shows that more doctors these days are trying to cure Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s prevents the brain of thinking and remembering certain things people have experienced in their lifetimes. But, many people are asking if there is evidence that shows Alzheimer’s is preventable. Yes, there is tangible evidence that shows Alzheimer’s is preventable by maintaining a healthy diet, managing stress, and having an active lifestyle. Initially, maintaining a healthy diet is proven to prevent many different diseases, including Alzheimer’s. For example, researchers have found that the “MIND” diet has helped tremendously to prevent Alzheimer’s in people. “The MIND diet—which stands for Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay and could not be more aptly named—reduced Alzheimer's risk by 53%” (“The New Diet That Could Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk By 53%”). The “MIND” diet focuses on eating fruits, vegetables, fish, poultry, and even wine. However, people following the “MIND” diet should stay away from red meat, butter, dairy, and fast foods. (“The MIND Diet May Help Prevent Alzheimer's”). This is just one of many different diets that have been studied to lower Alzheimer’s

For example, running, swimming, and exercising can help lower Alzheimer’s risk. Exercising can lower obesity, and many other effects of Alzheimer’s. “Epidemiological studies and some intervention studies suggest that physical exercise may also play a role in reducing risk for Alzheimer’s disease” (Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease: What Do We Know?”). However, having an active lifestyle does not just mean running and exercising. Studies show that reading, going to museums, and doing puzzles can lower the risk of Alzheimer’s by almost 47 percent. (Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease: What Do We Know?”). That is what having an active lifestyle means, not only exercising, but keeping the brain in