Eating more plants linked to lower risk of dementia, even in older age
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Eating a high-quality plant-rich diet may prevent cognitive impairment and lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, even when started in older age. A new study found that older adults who cut unhealthy foods from their diet had an 11% lower risk of Alzheimer's and dementia over a decade.
A new study suggests that eating a high-quality plant-rich diet can lower the risk of dementia. The study included nearly 93,000 people with an average age of 59. Participants who ate more whole grains, vegetables, and fruits had a lower risk of cognitive impairment. The study found that eating unhealthy plant-based options, such as refined grains and foods with added sugars, increased the risk of dementia. The research team scored diets on three tiers of quality, with the healthiest plant foods being whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Eating more of these plants was most protective for the brain. The study's findings suggest that it's never too late to start eating healthy to lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
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