As we age, we occasionally find ourselves questioning the cognitive abilities of ourselves or our loved ones. Researchers have recently shown that we can implement simple, everyday practices to potentially forestall the onset of Alzheimer’s and other related forms of dementia. “Everyone is afraid of the ‘A’ word: Alzheimer’s,” says Dr. Gayatri Devi, Director of Park Avenue Neurology in New York City. “The story always is that there's nothing that can be done for Alzheimer’s, nothing that can be done for dementia.” Dr. Devi emphasizes that each of us can implement positive lifestyle changes in order to make a difference. “There are many things you can do about dementia and Alzheimer's that are effective and available now to help change your life story going forward.”