Certain everyday actions could weaken your brain without you even realizing it. Here are six habits researchers recommend avoiding to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s.

Alzheimer’s disease currently affects nearly one million people in France, and its incidence continues to rise. Yet few are aware that some of their habits can contribute to its development.

Alzheimer’s: A Multifactorial Disease Still Poorly Understood.
Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes memory, thinking, and behavioral problems. It is now the leading cause of dementia in France. While age remains the primary risk factor, other elements—sometimes preventable—can also play a role.
Scientists describe it as a multifactorial disease, combining genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Some factors, such as heredity or aging, are beyond our control. But others, on the other hand, depend directly on our daily behavior. And that’s where these invisible habits come into play.