Air Pollution
Scientists suggest that several environmental factors in addition to genetics and older age might play a role in the course and development of Alzheimer’s. One of the main factors is air pollution, which contributes to the gradual decline of the cognitive function. Studies indicate the air pollution particles can pace up the degeneration of the brain cells more swiftly thus leading to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Also, the exposure to air pollutants, burning wood and traffic exhaust specifically are the highest contributors to brain cell degeneration.