But in fact, dementia is not a normal part of aging. Dr. Jordan, a veterinarian from North Carolina, points out that dementia is caused by toxins, brain oxidation, and chronic inflammation.
The doctor summarized the causes of chronic brain inflammation:
1. Environmental toxins
Heavy metals are the most common type of environmental toxin. Heavy metals in water can damage enzymes in the body, leading to allergies, asthma, eczema, and various inflammations.Inflammation is not limited to the brain; the intestines and skin are also affected.
2. Stress
The hippocampus in the brain has the most cortisol receptors, and stress produces a large amount of cortisol. As a result, the hippocampus becomes inflamed and shrinks, leading to memory and cognitive deficits, similar to dementia.
Dogs will reflect their owner's emotional state, so owners need to know how to relieve stress, which is good for both themselves and their dogs.
3. Diet
Processed foods and dry food are highly inflammatory, and the starch, carbohydrates, and sugars in dry food and fresh food can cause neuroinflammation because they lack the enzymes and probiotics found in a healthy diet.
Even if synthetic vitamins and minerals are added to dry food, it is still of no help compared to the inflammation caused by dry food.
4. Medications Medications
Immunologist Dr. Obukhanyuk pointed out that there are a series of key nutrients that can help prevent oxidation, but medications often deplete these nutrients from the body.Additionally, most medications contain aluminum, which is closely related to chronic inflammation and dementia.
If you want your dog to stay away from medication, you can only strengthen their body by starting with their daily diet, avoiding dry food and carbohydrates.
Additionally, appropriate daily exercise is also very helpful for building resistance for both the owner and the dog.
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