{"id":13952,"date":"2017-04-06T20:54:31","date_gmt":"2017-04-06T20:54:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=13952"},"modified":"2017-04-06T20:54:31","modified_gmt":"2017-04-06T20:54:31","slug":"foods-that-destroy-your-brain-and-make-you-have-alzheimer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=13952","title":{"rendered":"FOODS THAT DESTROY YOUR BRAIN AND MAKE YOU HAVE ALZHEIMER"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Alzheimer\u2019s is becoming a major health concern, as the percentage of elderly adults that develop this disease is increasing. There is a lot that doctors understand about Alzheimer\u2019s, but there is also a lot that they still do not know. One thing that doctors can agree on is that Alzheimer\u2019s is directly linked to the condition of your brain.<\/p>\n<p>The medical community believes that about half of all Alzheimer\u2019s cases are related to diet and lifestyle choices. Some of the leading causes related to Alzheimer\u2019s include depression, smoking, obesity, hypertension, and diabetes.<\/p>\n<p>These few food groups are highly toxic to the brain. They eat away at your brain and cause brain damage. Please avoid them at all costs!<\/p>\n<p><code><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- www.deltanewsroom.com --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-2163942495525027\" data-ad-slot=\"1411897411\" data-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/code><\/p>\n<h3>1. White Foods<\/h3>\n<p>White foods include white bread, white flour, white rice, pasta, sugar, artificial sweetener and MSG. These \u201cfoods\u201d can cause a spike in your blood pressure and cause inflammation. This increases your chances of developing diabetes, which may in turn increase your chances of developing Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Processed Foods and Meats<\/h3>\n<p>Processed foods are likely to contain higher amounts of unhealthy fats, artificial food additives, salt and sugar.<\/p>\n<p>These ingredients\u00a0stunt proper brain function and result in a higher likelihood of developing Alzheimer\u2019s.Do\u00a0cut back on American cheese and other processed cheeses. Avoid mozzarella sticks, sausages, deli meats, cured and processed meats.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Foods Containing Diacetyl or Nitrate<\/h3>\n<p>Diacetyl is a food flavoring that is added to\u00a0a wide variety of foods such as\u00a0butter, cheese, milk, flour mixes, cookies, crackers, candy, popcorn.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alternativeadvert.com\/show.php?z=30&amp;pl=12811&amp;ad_type=59&amp;rl=180\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Nitrates are usually added to processed and cured meat to function as preservatives to prevent the growth of bacteria. These could retard\u00a0proper brain function and have an impact on your metabolism.By limiting your consumption of these foods, you can\u00a0prevent the early development of Alzheimer\u2019s.<\/p>\n<p>Gradually begin to cut back on canned and packaged foods that have long expiry dates.\u00a0Avoid margarine, microwaved popcorn, and beer.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Certain Medications<\/h3>\n<p>If you take any drug that\u00a0starts\u00a0with \u201canti\u201d such as antihistamines, antidepressants, antipsychotics, antibiotics, antispasmodics, or antihypertensives, it\u2019s likely that it will affect your acetylcholine levels.<\/p>\n<p>Acetylcholine is the primary neurotransmitter involved with memory and learning. Low acetycholine can lead to symptoms that resemble dementia including mental confusion, delirium, blurred vision, memory loss, and hallucinations.<\/p>\n<p><code><a href=\"http:\/\/market.jumia.com.ng\/computers-laptops-gaming\/?utm_source=pap&amp;utm_medium=aff&amp;utm_campaign=3e86477b&amp;a_aid=Omafume&amp;a_bid=3e86477b\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\" src=\"\/\/kaymu.postaffiliatepro.com\/accounts\/default1\/a72f75b38\/3e86477b.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"468\" height=\"60\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"http:\/\/kaymu.postaffiliatepro.com\/scripts\/a72f75i38?a_aid=Omafume&amp;a_bid=3e86477b\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/><\/code><\/p>\n<p>FOODS TO PROMOTE BETTER BRAIN HEALTH<\/p>\n<p>It is essential to avoid the above listed foods that are harmful before eating foods that are beneficial for your brain health. Take a look at the following suggestions\u00a0and try to build a diet around these to promote better brain health.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eat more wild fatty fish<\/li>\n<li>Eat healthy fats\u2014olive oil, coconut oil<\/li>\n<li>Eat fermented foods<\/li>\n<li>Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables<\/li>\n<li>Eat more nuts<\/li>\n<li>Get more exercise<\/li>\n<li>Stimulate your mind with mind games<\/li>\n<li>Manage your stress levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Eating more fatty fish, at least three meals per week, could help you cut down on your consumption of red meat, allowing you to cut some wrong fats from your diet.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-13953\" src=\"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-300x300.jpg 300w, http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-150x150.jpg 150w, http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-80x80.jpg 80w, http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-40x40.jpg 40w, http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-64x64.jpg 64w, http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD-75x75.jpg 75w, http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/FOOD.jpg 564w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Fresh produce can provide your body with essential vitamins and minerals that could promote better brain health. Nuts and fish are good sources of healthy fats, such as omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to be beneficial\u00a0for your brain health.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to eating a healthy diet, you should also try to get more exercise, keep your mind stimulated, and learn how to manage your stress levels.<\/p>\n<p>You may not be able to completely protect yourself from Alzheimer\u2019s Disease, but you can take steps to lower your chances of developing this condition. Start by limiting your consumption of the foods mentioned and then begin eating a healthier diet, focusing on healthy fats, fatty fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sources:<br \/>\n<\/strong>http:\/\/www.thestar.com\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alzheimer\u2019s is becoming a major health concern, as the percentage of elderly adults that develop this disease is increasing. 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