I was intrigued by the authors' open minded approach to some alternative treatments, their open endorsement of leading a heart-healthy lifestyle for your whole body, with the hope that it may stave off Alzheimer's for some people, and their invaluable section of the top 40 frequently asked questions. This section alone is worth the price of the book.

The Alzheimer's Action Plan needs to be on your bookshelf. But read it first. It's not just for reference purposes. This book will give you a good foundation that will help you ask your own physicians the right questions. It encourages second opinions. The tone is one of hope, and that there is life after the diagnosis. Take action and buy this excellent tool for managing the Alzheimer's journey.

The Alzheimer's Action Plan, published by St. Martin's Press, is available in book stores and online.

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