Dementia is a disease of forgetting. According to WHO, the problem of dementia can be prevented or it can be postponed for a long time. If we change our lifestyle and living environment, we can reduce dementia to a great extent.
The new guidelines of the World Health Organization have mentioned measures to prevent dementia.
Increasing figures of dementia
Dementia is a disease related to the brain. This disease has a deep impact on a person’s memory and thinking ability. Due to which people are not able to do even normal daily work. Around 5.7 crore people around the world are suffering from the problem of dementia. Every year about 1 crore new cases are coming up. In India too, the risk of dementia has been increasing for quite some time. According to a study, about 88 lakh people aged 60 years or more in India are suffering from dementia.
Air pollution is a risk factor
Air pollution is a major risk factor for dementia. Constantly breathing pollution reduces our ability to think and understand. In the year 2024 Lancet Commission report it was said that pollution increases the risk of dementia.
How can there be a risk of dementia?
WHO has suggested improving lifestyle to reduce the risk of dementia. To prevent dementia, stop alcohol and tobacco consumption completely. Apart from this, consume healthy diet. Meet people and do work that keeps your mind active.
Do not take vitamin supplements without any reason
Many people take Omega 3 and vitamin pills for brain health. But according to WHO this should not be done. One should avoid taking these supplements. According to the study, eating Omega 3 does not have any significant effect on brain health. There is no evidence that it cures dementia.
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