When we consider ways to maintain brain health, we may think of habits like completing puzzles and memory games. But eating a nutritious diet? Probably not as much. However, research suggests that it really should be near the top of your list.
A recent study published in the journal Neurology found that eating processed red meat was linked to a higher chance of developing dementia or experiencing cognitive decline. The study joins previous research underscoring the risks of eating processed meats, which are also linked to cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Andy Liu, an associate professor of neurology at the Duke University School of Medicine, tends to recommend the Mediterranean diet to his patients, particularly those with Alzheimer’s disease or cognitive issues.
“The Mediterranean diet falls in line very well with what they outlined in the [Neurology journal] study — you know, poultry, fish, legumes, nuts, fruits and vegetables,” said Liu, who was not associated with the new research.
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February 3, 2025