With the development of society, more and more elderly people choose to live alone. However, "empty nesters" who live alone have relatively little communication with the outside world and have a faster rate of brain decline, making them more susceptible to Alzheimer's disease. According to experts, the proportion of "empty nesters" among Alzheimer's patients is close to sixty percent. So, how can Alzheimer's be prevented?Experts give the following advice.
First of all, many elderly people do not pay attention to Alzheimer's disease, and always think that memory loss is normal when they are older. However, the following symptoms should be taken seriously after the age of 50: significant memory loss;Inability to do familiar work;Language barriers, difficulty finding words;The time and place are not clear, and it is easy to get lost when going out;Decreased judgment;Often misplaces things;Behavioural, emotional and personality changes.
Secondly, in addition to communicating with others frequently, the elderly can also often do simple and convenient activities such as "finger exercises" to maintain the connection between the blood supply to the brain and the cranial nerves and prevent Alzheimer's disease. Finger exercises are known as "mind gymnastics" and work to massage the brain. In addition, 100 rotations of the head and neck from the left and right directions every day, as well as a brisk walk in a place with fresh air for one hour in the early morning and evening, can increase oxygen uptake, help stimulate brain cells, and prevent brain cell degeneration.
In short, in order to prevent Alzheimer's disease, in addition to maintaining a good attitude and actively participating in social activities, "empty nesters" who live alone can also exercise their brains and improve their quality of life by doing simple methods such as "finger exercises" and head and neck rotation. Let's care for the "empty nesters" around us and escort their health!