Senility or "senile
dementia" at one time was considered an inevitable effect of aging.
Now it is known, that it is a physically based disease, and in fact it is not very common. It is a condition in which brain function, or certain aspects of brain function, decline to the point that mental disability results.
Senility symptoms include: agitation,
depression, forgetfulness, fearfulness, difficulty absorbing new information, and loss of normal emotional responses. The disorder normally gets progressively
worse and worse. Senility has other complications that may occur including injuries (due to falls), inadequate nutrition, constipation, and a
variety of infections. Dementia can be caused by several diseases affecting brain
function. It can also result from nutritional deficiency, especially if chronic, or long-term alcohol or drug use. A lot of people who are diagnosed as senile actually suffer from
pseudo-dementia symptoms that mimic dementia but that are actually caused by one or more of these
factors: depression, deafness, brain tumors, thyroid problems,
liver
problems, kidney problems, the use of certain drugs, or other disorders. A thorough medical and psychological examination by a professional, preferably a specialist in the field, is necessary for an accurate diagnosis.
Dementia is considered an incurable disorder. But, the proper diet and nutritional supplements can help.
Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
B
vitamin complex |
10 |
important for both
brain and nerve health and especially elderly people
suffering from senility. Many
people are often not getting enough B vitamins in their diet.
The vitamin B12 also helps with memory and learning. |
Vitamin
C |
8 |
it boosts
immune system
and aids both brain
cerebral circulation and function. |
Bioflavonoids |
7 |
they work with vitamin C |
Ginkgo
biloba |
9 |
this herb increases
circulation to the brain thus helping people with senile
dementia. |
Essential
Fatty acids |
10 |
they promote both brain,
nerve function, and the entire nervous
system. Essential fatty acids are found in omega fatty acids from fish
oil, flax seed oil, and borage seed oil. |
Multi-vitamin
& Mineral supplement |
10 |
contains B vitamins, vitamin E ,
vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese,
calcium, and magnesium, which all are helpful in
both the treatment and prevention of senility and
related disorders. The nutrients found in a supplement are
also required for general good health and well being. |
Vitamin E |
7 |
promotes good oxygen utilization,
aids in brain circulation, and promotes healing in the body |
Other Changes To Make
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drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or
filtered water a day
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eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)
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nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good
-
juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
-
do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods
-
carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack
-
a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)
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do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
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do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
-
use stress relief like going for walks in the park
(or the 10/90 rule - see
Stress)
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brown rice is good to eat
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avoid red meat and animal fats
-
reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
-
fast a few days a month
-
get at least 8 hours of sleep
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exercise light to moderate amounts
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avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
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do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
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do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal
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do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry
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do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else
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