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Dear Lacy:

You mentioned in passing in one of your articles that you can reduce your risk of Alzheimer's with diet. Can you tell me what foods you should eat? - Want to stay healthy

Dear "Want to Stay Heathy":

Unfortunately, Alzheimer's is one of those diseases like cancer that you can acquire no matter how healthy you live; however, you may be able to reduce your chances of developing Alzheimer's not only by eating a healthy diet, but also incorporating other healthy lifestyle habits.

Although more studies are needed, some promising evidence suggest that nutrition may play a role in reducing the risk of developing Alzheimer's or at least possibly postponing the development of Alzheimer's.

Below are some of the ways to possibly reduce the risk of Alzheimer's according to the strongest evidence:

Avoid smoking.

Prevent high blood pressure and high cholesterol, control or prevent diabetes, and lose excess weight through portion control and exercise. Eating a diet rich in fiber, antioxidants, omega-3, and omega-6 may help prevent many of these chronic diseases, including Alzheimer's. Foods high in these nutrients include whole grains, vegetables, lean meats, especially fish, and fruits. So eat plenty of these and limit high saturated fat and trans fat foods.

Stay physically, mentally and socially active, especially after retirement. Make sure you include daily hobbies that challenge your mind. Volunteer, make crafts, do puzzles, read, play games, take on projects, teach your grandchildren or plan activities and projects for them, or take a dance class. When you take a dance class you not only challenge your mind by learning choreography, but you also exercise your body. After all, physical activity and mental activity both are helpful with the prevention of Alzheimer's. Think of your mind like the rest of your body. If you don't use it or exercise it, your mind will decline.

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Diet and exercise may fight Alzheimer's

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