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General Alzheimer's Disease Information
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that occurs gradually and results in memory loss, unusual behavior, personality changes, and a decline in thinking abilities. These losses are related to the death of brain cells and the breakdown of the connections between them. The course of this disease varies from person to person, as does the rate of decline. On average, AD patients live for 8 to 10 years after they are diagnosed; however, the disease can last for up to 20 years.

Possible Causes of Alzheimer's Disease
The exact cause of Alzheimer's disease is unknown, but research points to nutritional deficiencies, malabsorption problems, high concentrations of aluminum and mercury in the brain, a faulty immune system and a family history of the disorder as possible connections. Although researchers are hopeful that they will someday understand Alzheimer's disease, no one yet knows how to slow or stop the mental deterioration associated with the disease.

Possible Symptoms and Complications of Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimers Disease (AD) advances by stages, from early, mild forgetfulness to severe dementia. Dementia is the loss of mental function. In most people with AD, symptoms first appear after age 60. The earliest symptoms often include loss of recent memory, faulty judgment, and changes in personality. Often, people in the initial stages of AD think less clearly and forget the names of familiar people and common objects. Later in the disease, they may forget how to do simple tasks like washing their hands. Eventually, people with AD lose all reasoning abilities and become dependent on other people for their everyday care. Finally, the disease becomes so debilitating that patients are bedridden and likely to develop coexisting illnesses. Most commonly, people with AD die from pneumonia.

The risk of developing AD increases with age, but AD and dementia symptoms are not a part of normal aging. AD and other dementing disorders in old age are caused by diseases. In the absence of a disease, the human brain often can function well into the tenth decade of life and beyond.

The complications associated with Alzheimer's Disease include inability to care for oneself, loss of mobility, bedsore, muscle problems, communication difficulties, recurrent infections and the possibility of abuse from overly stressed caregivers.

Possible Lifestyle Changes for Alzheimer's Disease
Eat a well balanced diet consisting of natural foods and plenty of fiber. Avoid alcohol, tobacco smoke, process foods and environmental toxins, like aluminum and mercury. Quit smoking. Drink eight glasses of steam-distilled water (not tap water) every day. Those caring for a person suffering from Alzheimer's disease should seek counseling and support from experts in the field of Alzheimer's.

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