After 20 years of research into the role of nutrition for eye health, a team at Nutrition Research Centre Ireland (NRCI ) has discovered an exciting link between nutrition for the eye and nutrition for the brain.
With an ageing population, it is estimated that around 150,000 adults in Ireland will experience symptoms of dementia by 2045. While there are many different types of dementia, defined as a deterioration in memory, thinking and behaviour, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form.
There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease; therefore, more focus is put on preventative strategies to slow the progression and reduce the severity of the disease.
Several lifestyle risk factors have already been identified for dementia, such as low physical and mental activity levels, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and being overweight. However, it is thought that 40 per cent of Alzheimer’s cases could be avoided if lifestyle changes are implemented.
On Tuesday April 25 Matt O’Flaherty Chemists, Barna, will run a clinic with WMO distributors of the product Re-Mind. A device called a life metre will be used to screen for aged related macular degeneration and Alzheimers. The test is very simple and takes 30 seconds. Appointments are limited, so book early on 091 867070.
