With my Nana it has been a very slow decline iver the last 7 years shes still okay and just getting quite frgetful repeating herself etc. Just wondering if anyone knew of any preventitive measures or things they have found useful.
2006-11-25 07:46:59 · 6 answers · asked by chrismyarse 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
My mother-in-law had it for 10 years.The last year was the hardest.We gave her a lot of love and we prayed often.We took her out for car rides,lunch in restaurants.We worked hard to keep her brain working,she loved church.The most you can do is be patience with her,love her enjoy her.
At 79 years old she would go in the back yard and play with my grandchildren like she was one of them.They help keep her young and alive.
God bless you as you seek answers.I said a prayer for you both.
2006-11-25 07:55:56 · answer #1 · answered by funnana 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Best thing to do is to make an appointment with her neurologist, I assume she has one, and see what he/she has to say.
There is no miracle drugs out there to reverse the onset of alzheimers, the meds that are prescribed only slow down the disease.
Her doctor will be able to advise you or another family member what to expect as the illness progresses.
I was a primary care provider for my mom for 10 years and it didn't get any easier as time went on because of mental deterioration.
There is also some good literature for the care provider, I suggest you check with the physician, do not be afraid to ask for help, alzheimers is a hideous disease that robs a person of their Independence and ability to care for themselves.
2006-11-25 16:47:00 · answer #2 · answered by iggy465 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a book by Patrick Holford, called Optimum Nutrition for the Brain, which will give you a lot of help about this.
Jon C
2006-11-26 03:49:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alzheimer's Disease
A degenerative disease characterized by mental deterioration, affecting mental and social ability. Symptoms include memory loss, severe mood swings, personality changes, and inability to concentrate or communicate.
Suggested Products & Herbal Remedies
Product Dosage Comments
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Idebenone, 45 mg - 60 Caps 45 mg 2 times per day Especially indicated for past stroke recovery.
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Pregnenolone, 100 mg - 60 Caps 100-200 mg per day Anti-inflammatory neurosteroid
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Advanced Essential Minerals - 180 Caps 2 capsule 3 times/day with meals Dosage recommended when Oral ChelatoRx is used.
2006-11-25 15:50:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Fish oil. Full of Omega-3 fatty acids that are great for the brain. it has been shown to slow the sign of alzheimers
2006-11-25 15:55:27 · answer #5 · answered by James F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ginko bilboa is herbal and improves memory.
2006-11-25 17:58:47 · answer #6 · answered by princess s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋