How to reduce the risk of developing neurological disorders?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am in my 50s, and I am becoming increasingly aware of the importance of maintaining good neurological health. However, I must admit that my knowledge of neurological disorders and their underlying causes is quite limited. Could you provide an overview of the various factors that can contribute to the development of neurological diseases? What measures can one take to potentially reduce their risk of developing neurological disorders? Are there specific dietary recommendations, supplements, or cognitive exercises that have been shown to support neurological health?

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You are taking a very good initiative in caring for yourself. There are some symptoms you should be aware of initially like memory loss, language disturbance (for example, difficulty in finding words), attention deficit (for example, difficulty in following or focusing on conversations), and deterioration in visuospatial skills (for example, disorientation in familiar surroundings).

Diet: Developing neurological dysfunction is lower in individuals who consume a Mediterranean diet, which is high in vegetables and unsaturated fats. Dietary supplementation with an oily emulsion of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)-phospholipids containing melatonin and tryptophan yielded significant improvements in several measures of cognitive function.

Mental exercises: Crossword puzzles and brain teasers along with good physical exercise through which good blood circulation is achieved throughout the body and brain.

Investigation for thyroid disease and cobalamin deficiency should be done yearly.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.