Alzheimer's Is A Scary Disease
Age is the biggest risk factor, and the report to be released Tuesday shows the nation is on track for skyrocketing Alzheimer's once the baby boomers start turning 65 in 2011. Already, one in eight people 65 and older have the mind-destroying illness, and nearly one in two people over 85.
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I've always heard that meditation helps combat this disease. It teaches the mind to work more efficiently, never stumble in thought, and builds clarity. What amazes me is that most people think meditation does absolutely nothing.
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Meditation does help in many ways
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Not to discredit Meditation. I believe anything you do that helps to reduce the amount of stress in your life.. can and will add years to your life. |
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USA Today -- Mar 21 2007 7:50 AM Alzheimer's cases up 10% to 5 million in half decade |
If I understand it correctly, Alzheimer's is caused by the formation of sticky plaques that form on the brain. What causes those plaques to form is the real question.
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