There is nothing anyone can do about genetic predisposition to cognitive decline although it doesn’t necessarily mean that you will definitely develop the condition.  Inherited Alzheimer’s is often caused due to a gene mutation or variation of a gene called apolipoprotein E (APOE). This gene dictates the production of apolipoprotein E in the body and has been found in excessive amounts in the brains of Alzheimer patients. Inheriting this gene however, does not promise that Alzheimer’s will actually set in. It is possible to be a carrier of the degenerative cognitive condition and yet not actually display symptoms although it does however indicate that certain people may be more at risk of developing the brain disorder than others.

How much the risk of the onset of Alzheimer’s and dementia will play out, will depend largely on lifestyle. Factors such as an unhealthy diet, sleep deprivation, too much alcohol, lack of social stimulation and stress are all factors that have been proven time and time again to affect memory and regular brain functionality. This means that the risk factor of developing a cognitive disability varies greatly amongst individuals.

Most elderly people, will develop mild cognitive or mild memory impairment that comes with the natural progression aging. Dementia and Alzheimer’s are however, disorders that severely impair day-to-day functioning. Although these mental conditions are not curable, it is comforting to know that the severity of symptoms can be reversed, lifestyle choices such as social, mental and physical activity, diet and a controlled intake of essential brain nutrients all playing an important part.

As Dr Hoffman’s independent case studies concluded, the brain needs certain nutritional substances in order to be able to function at full power. These substances include: omega 3, vitamin B, vitamin E, Phosphatidylserine, Phosphatidylcholine, CoQ10 and Quercetin.  All of these chemical compounds assist with neuronal transmissions, protect cell membranes from toxic free radicals and improve chemical connectivity stimulating a whole range cognitive abilities including memory generation, problem solving and learning capabilities. Removing or lessening any one of these substances and the brain is logically unable to function100%. There are many reasons for a chemical imbalance in the brain, but getting checked by your local doctor and nutritionist is of paramount importance even before there is any notable outward sign of a cognitive disorder. Clinical research trails have shown that detecting the onset of Alzheimer’s is more difficult in the over 80s and getting checked as early on as 70 years of age or younger in order to determine early signs of any neurodegenerative disease is important in order to start early treatment and reduce the severity of symptoms later on in life.

The great news is that the prevention of Alzheimer’s doesn’t have to be left until the last minute. Research and comparative analysis studies clearly show that establishing a balanced lifestyle of physical exercise, social integration and a healthy sleeping and eating routine will kindle cell generation, develop motor skills and increase mental agility.  Staying active is of particular importance. Partaking even in light physical exercise such as walking displays a quantifiable reduction in the levels of cholesterol and high blood pressure, which in turn, lower the risk of diabetes and stroke both of which can cause irreparable brain cell damage and cognitive malfunction.

Failing to keep your brain active by challenging it to learn new things, replenish the number of grey matter, create new electrical patterns will allow cells to simply die, the brain to shrink and memory to rapidly disappear. The good news is that cognitive decline for most people is not inevitable, it just requires some lifestyle choices.

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