5 Expert-Recommended Ways to Stay Ahead of Alzheimer’s Before It’s Too Late

For many years, cancer was the primary health concern for older adults like us. But recently, there’s been another issue weighing heavily on my mind: dementia. While we’ve seen tremendous advances in cancer treatment, such as surgery and chemotherapy, there’s no comparable solution for dementia. Watching ourselves—or our loved ones—struggle with this condition, knowing there’s no way to stop or reverse its progression, can leave us feeling helpless.

What strikes me, though, is how little we talk about brain health. We hear all the time about the importance of keeping our hearts healthy, but not nearly enough about keeping our minds sharp. As we live longer lives, dementia and Alzheimer’s are becoming increasingly common, and it’s something that worries me deeply. The thought of growing old only to lose my memories and cognitive abilities is a tough pill to swallow. But here’s the good news: experts agree that we can take steps to lower our risk of dementia—or even delay its onset. In the following sections, I’ll explore some simple yet effective ways to nurture our brains and protect our memories as we age. It’s never too late to start, and I’m hopeful that these strategies can help you not just live longer, but live better