Better Your Brain

While we don't know yet how to prevent Alzheimer's disease, there are steps that you can take to improve the overall health of your brain.

Diet

A Mediterranean diet rich in beans, fish (or plant-based alternatives), fruits, vegetables, olive oil, nuts and whole grains supports brain and heart health.

Exercise

Cardiovascular activity increases blood flow to the brain, reduces Alzheimer’s-related amyloid plaques and inflammation, and boosts the creation of new neural stem cells.

Sleep

The natural cleaners of your brain—microglia—go to work when we’re asleep, removing waste to maintain brain health.

Learn

Learning is exercise for your brain. It builds new pathways and strengthens connections between brain cells, helping to boost memory, sharpen thinking and delay cognitive decline.

Connection

When we interact with others through conversation or shared activities, our brains stay active and flexible, reducing the risk factors that contribute to Alzheimer’s.

Reduce Stress

Chronic stress can increase the risk for cognitive decline, but some daily breaks can help. Try yoga, spend time in nature or practice mindfulness to relax to improve your mental well-being.

Music

Music can evoke emotions and bring back memories. Singing or playing an instrument helps grow your brain’s connections.

Hearing

Hearing loss is a major modifiable risk factor for dementia because it reduces brain stimulation and increases cognitive strain. But the good news is that hearing aids and other treatments help keep your brain active, sharp and connected.

Oral Hygiene

Taking care of your teeth and gums may not just save your smile—it could also help protect your mind as you age. Oral inflammation and bacteria can reach the brain and contribute to dementia. Schedule regular dental check-ups.