Dementia: Two spices that can cut down the risk of Alzheimer's disease

How can you cut down the risk of Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia characterized by loss of memory, language, problem-solving abilities and others. Although the condition is more prevalent among older adults, younger individuals are not untouched by it. It is true that as the risk of developing the condition increases with age, some diseases may even lead to dementia in the 30s and 40s. Besides, in most cases, the condition starts early, only the symptoms become predominant later in life. Till now researchers in the field of medical science have not been able to find a treatment to reverse the condition, but the risk factor can always be lowered by different means. From exercise to diet, several things can delay or cut down the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Now spices are the new addition to this long list.

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How spices can help to cut down the risk of Alzheimer's disease

Healthy and clean eating is a topic that has always been stressed to live a long and healthy life. Even in the cases of mental health, a healthy diet plays a great role. Spices are one of the key ingredients of a cuisine. They not only enhance the flavours of the food but also support our health in several ways. Every spice present in your pantry is loaded with nutrients and can be beneficial for health in one or more ways. When it comes particularly to Alzheimer's, researchers believe that cumin and cinnamon can slow or cut down the risk.

What is special about cumin and cinnamon

Cumin and cinnamon are two different kinds of spices, widely used across the globe for preparing diverse foods. One is a seed, the other is a bark. They taste different and also have different nutrient content. But there is one compound that is common in both- polyphenols. Both spices are loaded with polyphenols-compounds that offer numerous benefits for memory and brain health.

​The role of polyphenols

Studies suggest that polyphenols have the ability to reduce brain plaque and inflammation. The compound can prevent cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s. Studies also suggest that polyphenols can protect neurons against injury induced by neurotoxins, promoting memory, learning, and cognitive function.

Apart from that, the compound found in the two spices can help manage blood pressure levels, keep your blood vessels healthy and promote good circulation. They also help reduce chronic inflammation and manage blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of heart problems.

Other activities that can cut down the risk of dementia

The lifestyle choices you make in your 30s and 40s influences your health conditions later in life. So, you need to take measures earlier to reduce the risk of dementia and other chronic diseases that develop with time. Apart from adding these two spices in your food, some other things that you may do to cut down the risk of Alzheimer's includes:

Eating healthy

Exercising

Solving puzzles

Reading

Managing stress levels

Addressing underlying health conditions and

Staying happy

This is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.   

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5 Ayurveda-approved homemade teas that can help you boost immunity

Scientists are working day and night to find the cure for the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The deadly virus has claimed more than five lakhs lives all over the world. The virus is spreading at an aggressive speed with almost one lakh confirmed cases in the past five days, in India alone.

Keeping our our immunity strong and tight is our best bet against the novel coronavirus. And we all know that nothing works better in boosting immunity than Ayurvedic herbs and other Ayurvedic ingredients.

​The Ayurvedic theory of seed and land

As per Ayurveda, our body is the land and infections or bugs are like seeds. If the body is full of toxins (ama) and lacking ojas (full of vitality), the infection will strive in the body as the body will serve as a fertile ground. But if your digestion is strong and there is more ojas than ama in the body, the seeds of the infection will not be able to hold just like seeds won’t on the land that is infertile.
To help you make your body more strong, here are five teas recommended by a Senior Ayurvedic consultant that you can easily make at home:

Ginger Tea

Ginger tea is very easy to make and is a good appetizer, helps relieve cold and cough and relieves other stomach issues.


How to make
Take ½ teaspoon of grated ginger. Boil it in one glass of water for five to six minutes. Strain and have it lukewarm.
Note: People who have hyperacidity or hypertension must consult their doctor before having it. 

Cinnamon Tea

Cinnamon tea helps in weight loss, reduces your risk of heart disease, helps in maintaining the blood sugar and fights bacterial and fungal infection.
How to make
Take ½ inch cinnamon bark and boil it in one glass of water for five-seven minutes. Strain and have it lukewarm.

Tulsi/Holy Basil tea

Tulsi leaves have not one but numerous medicinal properties. It helps boost your immunity, reduces stress level and helps balance the blood sugar levels.


How to make
Take four-five tulsi leaves and put them in pre-boiled water for 10 minutes. Do not forget to cover the lid of the pan. 

Jera/ Cumin Tea

Jeera tea aids digestion and helps you shed those extra kilos. To make this easy tea, you will need jeera, coriander seeds and methi seeds.
How to make
Take ½ teaspoon of jeera, ½ teaspoon of coriander seeds and ¼ teaspoon of methi dana. Add this all to a cup of water and boil it. Strain and have it lukewarm.

Tulsi Black pepper Tea

This tea is a great immunity booster and helps fight seasonal infections. To make this tea you will need tulsi leaves, black pepper and cloves.
How to make
Take three-four tulsi leaves, two black peppercorns and one clove. Now boil all these ingredients 2 glasses of water.
Note: Pregnant women must consult their doctor before having it.

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