Can Alzheimer’s be prevented? This question has plagued researchers and helped motivate investigations of the disease for many years. Despite the extensive research and testing that has been done surrounding possible causes, no concrete answers have been proven as of this writing. Many of these studies have focused on diet, exercise, social and mental stimulation, and other lifestyle factors including smoking.

There are several forms of dementia. Alzheimer’s is the most common. Continue reading this article and learn what to avoid to keep your chances of dementia low.