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Exercise, tea, vitamin D could help fight off Alzheimer's

July 13, 2010

Get lots of physical activity. Drink plenty of tea. And make sure you get enough vitamin D.

Three studies presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Honolulu link all of those things to a lower risk of brain decline with age.
http://www.suntimes.com/health/2492560,CST-NWS-dementia13.article


That's really terrific news, and it is nice to see the medical community in the western world acknowledge that nutrition can prevent certain disease.

In the 1980's my doctor laughed me to ridicule because I took vitamin supplements. When I explained that I hadn't had a cold in 3 years, he as much as called me a liar, and said the only benefit was creating expensive urine.

Since that time doctors have certainly changed their tune, though they still seem to think if they can't prescribe it on a pad, it is most likely useless.

I am here to tell you that whenever possible, get good nutrition directly from the source, but if you're not sure you're getting all you should, use supplements. I have had amazing results and I know I enjoy the health I do, in large part to me gracious Creator (peace with God is very healthy), and secondly to eating whole natural foods and supplements.

I won't lie to you; an occasional Chef Boyardee, pizza, or a hot dog do cross my lips, but I try to surround and dominate with fresh veggies (canned or frozen cannot possibly have the same nutritional benefit).

I am no expert; I have no degree, but I do live a pretty healthy life and the proof is in the pudding, right?