article_snippet.sent: But for those with dementia there is no such relief.
article_snippet.sent: Today, in the third part of we major Good Health series on dementia, we look at ways to help minimise the impact of these memory problems, to prolong independence and help those with dementia live as full a life as possible.
article_snippet.sent: 15 studies by the respected Cochrane Library involved 718 participants with dementia - some took part in these activities and others did not.
article_snippet.sent: The Mediterranean type of diet may be most beneficial as The Mediterranean type of diet's been shown to maintain the health of the blood vessels, and keeping a healthy circulation is key for people with dementia as a healthy circulation ensures a healthy flow of blood to the brain.
article_snippet.sent: This takes the form of group activities and exercises the dementia patient is invited to attend twice a week for seven weeks.
article_snippet.sent: Having a history of their life can help their remember and, as the condition progresses this book may also be useful to bring out to show their if their seem distressed.
article_snippet.sent: Asking the person with dementia to reminisce and recall stories about the people or events shown in the pictures can also be a good way to 'use it'.
article_snippet.sent: Adapted by LUCY ELKINS from Your Guide To Understanding And Dealing with Dementia by Dr Keith Souter, published by Summersdale, £8.99.
highlights_snippet.sent: This is the third part of our major Good Health series on dementia .
  
highlights_snippet.sent: In the early stages of dementia, begin a reminiscence book to act as a reminder of key events in that person's life and who people are.
highlights_snippet.sent: It's a nice thing for the person with dementia and a loved one to do together.