How to Take Care of
Your Nervous System
Many patients are
concerned about the nervous system. This post, How to Take Care of Your Nervous
System, is an answer to many questions we get.
nervous systemThe
nervous system–the network of nerves and cells that carry messages from the
brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body–is a complex system that requires
attention and care.
Neuropathic
conditions are caused by damage to or dysfunction of one or more the nerves in
the nervous system. These conditions can lead to numbness or tingling, burning
pain, sharp jabbing pain, sensitivity to touch, muscle weakness, dizziness, or
lack of coordination.
How to Take Care of
Your Nervous System
A number of factors
can lead to a case of neuropathy, from tumors to infections, but there are some
steps you can take to boost the health of your nervous system.
Diabetic Peripheral
NeuropathyWhile many cases of neuropathy are caused by uncontrollable risk factors,
there are quite a few risk factors that you can control.
Many of them fall in
line with general advice on keeping healthy overall, though there are some
specific actions you can take to influence nervous system health directly. In
particular, you should:
Monitor your eating
patterns and make sure to eat semi-regularly so as to not deplete the glucose
your neurons use for energy
Eat a balanced diet
that includes good levels of B-12 and D vitamins, as well as healthy fats
Avoid smoking and
drinking excessive alcohol
Keep up with a solid
sleep schedule, as sleep helps strengthen circuits within the nervous system
which can help with memory
Exercise your nervous
system and brain with activities like writing by hand or playing mind games
like Sudoko
Take part in exercise
that is appropriate for your body; aim to exercise at least three times a week
Maintain a healthy
weight as many conditions, such as diabetic neuropathy, are closely linked to
obesity or overweight
Avoid, or limit,
environmental factors that can cause nerve damage, such as repetitive motions
or exposure to toxic chemicals
Your nervous system
deserves as much attention as other more obvious bodily systems. By
participating in healthy habits now, you can help treat or prevent future
instances of nerve damage or deterioration.
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