Dementia
Dementia
Dementia is not one single dysfunction. It describes changes in memory, thinking, behavior, communication, and daily function. Because brain health is influenced by many systems throughout the body, a comprehensive approach can be important when looking at long-term cognitive health.
Looking at the Whole Body
Research increasingly supports the idea that lifestyle factors can influence cognitive health and reduce dementia risk. Nutrition, physical activity, metabolic health, cardiovascular health, stress, and sleep all contribute to the environment in which the brain cells function and ages. Studies of multidomain lifestyle programs suggest that addressing several of these areas together will reduce dementia risk.
Movement and Nutrition
Regular physical activity is one of the most promising lifestyle strategies for supporting cognitive function. Exercise can improve circulation, metabolic health, and brain function, with research showing benefits across several forms of physical activity.
Nutrition is another important foundation. A diet centered around whole foods, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, fiber, and nutrient-dense foods provides the building blocks the brain needs while supporting metabolic and cardiovascular health. At Bio Wellness Center we will develop and treat your nutrition and needs.
Sleep and Vitamin D
Sleep deserves particular attention. Research has found associations between inadequate or irregular sleep and increased dementia risk. Consistent, restorative sleep is an important part of supporting healthy brain function and aging.
Vitamin D is also being investigated for its potential role in cognitive health. One large observational study found that vitamin D supplementation was associated with lower dementia incidence. This means vitamin D is promising, but more research is needed before supplementation can be considered a strong factor of change.
How Dr. Art Can Help
Dr. Art takes a natural, whole-body approach to supporting health. Through individualized nutrition guidance, lifestyle recommendations, and natural wellness protocols, he looks at factors such as metabolic health, nutrition, inflammation, sleep, nutrient status, DNA, mitochondria function, and kidney/liver functions.
Rather than viewing cognitive health in isolation, his approach focuses on strengthening the foundations that support the body and brain as a whole.
Supporting Long-Term Brain Health
There is no single cause of dementia but addressing the root cause of the disease and taking a proactive approach to the factors we can influence, stabilize and strongly reverse the disease process.
Nourishing the body, staying physically active, prioritizing quality sleep, supporting metabolic and cardiovascular health, managing stress, and addressing nutritional needs can all contribute to the foundation of long-term brain health.
References:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36806378/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35395572/
