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Dementia rarely develops overnight. Long before memory problems become obvious, subtle changes elsewhere in the body may signal that the brain is under stress.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner Yu Ya-wen, chronic insomnia, muscle loss, and hearing impairment can all precede cognitive decline. Among these, loss of muscle mass—known as sarcopenia—may be one of the strongest warning signs. The good news is that lifestyle habits such as regular exercise, quality sleep, and even dancing may help protect brain function and reduce dementia risk.
TCM and Dementia
In TCM, dementia is often associated with imbalances in the kidney and spleen systems.
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