Following ‘Mind diet’ could stave off thinking and memory problems – study
6 months, 1 week ago

Following ‘Mind diet’ could stave off thinking and memory problems – study

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. With the number of people with dementia increasing with the aging population, it’s critical to find changes that we can make to delay or slow down the development of cognitive problems Dr Russell Sawyer Some 70% of those in the study were white and 30% were black and all were asked to fill out questionnaires on their diet over the past year. It’s exciting to consider that people could make some simple changes to their diet and potentially reduce or delay their risk of cognitive issues Dr Russell Sawyer It also occurred in 617 people of people in the middle group, and in 402 people of people in the high group. “These findings warrant further study, especially to examine these varying impacts among men and women and black and white people, but it’s exciting to consider that people could make some simple changes to their diet and potentially reduce or delay their risk of cognitive issues.” Previous research has suggested that the Mind diet can protect the brain by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation owing to its high levels of vitamins, carotenoids and flavonoids. “This study adds more evidence that a Mediterranean-style diet called the Mind diet – which includes leafy greens, nuts, poultry, fish, and berries – may delay cognitive decline, including memory issues.

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Doctors urge: Add this to your midlife diet to keep your brain young and sharp
1 week, 5 days ago

Doctors urge: Add this to your midlife diet to keep your brain young and sharp

Hindustan Times  

In today’s fast-paced world, where diet trends come and go, one truth remains consistent: what you eat in midlife and how you maintain your body composition can significantly impact your brain health later in life. A groundbreaking research from Oxford University, University College London, and other leading institutions across Europe reveals that diet quality and waist-to-hip ratio during midlife are …

Red meat consumption increases dementia risk, cognitive decline, says US study
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Red meat consumption increases dementia risk, cognitive decline, says US study

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: People who eat processed red meat have a greater risk of developing cognitive decline and dementia than those who eat very little red meat, according to a new study. Red meat consumption is an established risk factor for chronic conditions, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and even cancers, like breast and prostate cancers. Chan School of Public …

The MIND diet can boost brain health: Study explains it’s benefits for the elderly
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The MIND diet can boost brain health: Study explains it’s benefits for the elderly

Hindustan Times  

Diet plays an important role in boosting brain health and cognitive functions. According to a recent study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a combination of the Mediterranean diet and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension diet can help in slowing down cognitive decline. The study states that dietary patterns with lean proteins, fruits, and …

Your brain's new best friend is hiding in the kitchen: It's the MIND diet; know what it is
4 months, 1 week ago

Your brain's new best friend is hiding in the kitchen: It's the MIND diet; know what it is

Hindustan Times  

It's about time that we focus on a diet that can help in improving brain health. A recent study led by Dr. Russell P. Sawyer, University of Cincinnati states that the MIND diet can help in boosting the brain and improving the way we retain memories. The MIND diet is a combination of two well-planned diets – Mediterranean diet and …

Prevent dementia 40 years ahead: Simple lifestyle changes to protect your brain
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Prevent dementia 40 years ahead: Simple lifestyle changes to protect your brain

Hindustan Times  

There are many things in our lifestyle that, which when we do, will affect our brains. Bringing his expertise to the same, Dr Sadique Pathan, Neurologist at Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital in Pune's Hadapsar, advised that adopting healthy lifestyle choices like regular exercise, a balanced diet and avoiding smoking can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia, a condition affecting …

Researchers discover new 'Green Mediterranean' plan can slash risk of dementia and 'slow brain ageing'
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Researchers discover new 'Green Mediterranean' plan can slash risk of dementia and 'slow brain ageing'

Daily Mail  

The Mediterranean diet is hailed by doctors and scientists for its menu of fruit, vegetables and wholegrains that has been shown to keep you sharp in old age. But now, scientists say a slightly tweaked version — packed with green tea, walnuts and a green smoothie — could even more effective in helping to slow brain ageing and slash the …

Nuts and Brain Health: A Powerful Dietary Intervention for Dementia Prevention
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Nuts and Brain Health: A Powerful Dietary Intervention for Dementia Prevention

Hindustan Times  

Nuts are a powerful tool for preventing dementia, with regular consumption reducing the risk by 12%. The Mediterranean diet, rich in nuts, has been linked to this protective effect. The study focused on the benefits of daily nut consumption, with daily intake of unsalted nuts leading to a significant reduction in the risk of dementia. However, the study emphasizes that …

MIND diet slows cognitive decline, especially in women and Black people
6 months, 1 week ago

MIND diet slows cognitive decline, especially in women and Black people

CNN  

CNN — Following the MIND diet for 10 years produced a small but significant decrease in the risk of developing thinking, concentration and memory problems, a new study found. The MIND diet was specifically designed to combat cognitive decline, said lead study author Dr. Russell Sawyer, an assistant professor of clinical neurology and rehabilitation medicine at the University of Cincinnati …

What you should eat and drink to lower your dementia risk
6 months, 1 week ago

What you should eat and drink to lower your dementia risk

The Independent  

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Top dementia expert reveals the two popular diets that really can stop Alzheimer's before it strikes, according to science
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Top dementia expert reveals the two popular diets that really can stop Alzheimer's before it strikes, according to science

Daily Mail  

Berries boost your cognitive function. Research has suggested that two diets in particular, the Mediterranean diet and the MIND may offer some protection against cognitive decline. Professor June Andrews OBE FRCN FCGI is an expert in care of older frail people and people with dementia That's because research shows those with certain conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity …

New study links processed deli meat with higher risk for dementia
7 months, 4 weeks ago

New study links processed deli meat with higher risk for dementia

The Independent  

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Healthy childhood diet keeps dementia away, scientists say
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Healthy childhood diet keeps dementia away, scientists say

The Independent  

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These food nutrients are linked to slower brain ageing, scientists say
10 months ago

These food nutrients are linked to slower brain ageing, scientists say

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Brain foods: Study finds what to eat to make you smarter
11 months ago

Brain foods: Study finds what to eat to make you smarter

The Independent  

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Balanced diet best for overall brain health, says study
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Balanced diet best for overall brain health, says study

Live Mint  

From the crispy crunch of fresh veggies to the creamy indulgence of decadent desserts, we all have different food preferences. Now we have discovered that the food you choose to eat isn’t just linked to your physical and mental health, but also to your cognitive function, brain structure and genetics. Benefits of a healthy, balanced diet Our new collaborative study …

Brain diet revolution: Here's how your food choices can shape mental health and cognitive function
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Brain diet revolution: Here's how your food choices can shape mental health and cognitive function

Hindustan Times  

From the crispy crunch of fresh veggies to the creamy indulgence of decadent desserts, we all have different food preferences. Brain diet revolution: Here's how your food choices can shape mental health and cognitive function Food preferences play a significant role in shaping our dietary habits. Now we have discovered that the food you choose to eat isn’t just linked …

How food preferences are linked to cognition and brain health
11 months, 3 weeks ago

How food preferences are linked to cognition and brain health

Salon  

From the crispy crunch of fresh veggies to the creamy indulgence of decadent desserts, we all have different food preferences. Now we have discovered that the food you choose to eat isn't just linked to your physical and mental health, but also to your cognitive function, brain structure and genetics. Benefits of a healthy, balanced diet Our new collaborative study …

DASH diet good for brain health of older women
1 year, 5 months ago

DASH diet good for brain health of older women

Live Mint  

Middle-aged women consuming heart-healthy diets were about 17 per cent less likely to report cognitive decline decades later, researchers have found. The findings from a study conducted by researchers from New York University's Grossman School of Medicine, suggest that switching to the DASH diet could improve cognitive function in later life for women who make up more than two-thirds of …

In praise of almonds and nuts
1 year, 5 months ago

In praise of almonds and nuts

Salon  

They're known as 'oily fruits'. In 2010, a study of the collected data over the course of 25 clinical trials involving men and women with high cholesterol showed that eating 67g of nuts every day for 3-8 weeks could cut LDL-C levels by 7.4%, with more sizable effects than this on symptoms since the patients were over healthy limits previously. …

Cocoa To Black Grapes, 5 Foods That Enhance Your Memory And Cognition
1 year, 6 months ago

Cocoa To Black Grapes, 5 Foods That Enhance Your Memory And Cognition

News 18  

Want to explore ways to boost your brainpower? Flavonoid-rich foods have positively impacted cognitive function and mental health. Moderate cocoa consumption can enhance cognitive function, making it a beneficial choice for brain health. The presence of a healthy compound in these delicious fruits contributes to enhancing memory and improving overall cognitive health. They are a rich source of flavonoids, resveratrol …

MIND diet may not be brain-boosting in the short term, new clinical trial shows
1 year, 8 months ago

MIND diet may not be brain-boosting in the short term, new clinical trial shows

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. “We really expected that the MIND diet would show an effect above the control group, so we were quite surprised by the outcome,” said lead study author Lisa Barnes, associate director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. But here’s the rub — …

New study shows a link between food insecurity and cognitive decline in older adults
1 year, 8 months ago

New study shows a link between food insecurity and cognitive decline in older adults

Salon  

According to a recent study published in in JAMA, there may be a correlation between hunger and "slightly faster mental decline" in older adults in the United States. The study — which spanned 18 years and was conducted by researchers from Colombia University, the University of California, San Francisco and the University of New Mexico — noted a "longitudinal association …

Mediterranean diet may reduce brain age, study suggests (but you'll need to have plenty of walnuts!)
1 year, 9 months ago

Mediterranean diet may reduce brain age, study suggests (but you'll need to have plenty of walnuts!)

Daily Mail  

Researchers in Israel recruited 102 obese volunteers who were mostly men The Mediterranean diet is hailed by doctors and scientists for its menu of fruit, vegetables and wholegrains that has been shown to boost heart health. Israeli researchers, who recruited more than 100 obese people to follow the diet, found that for every one per cent drop in their body …

Replacing fish with beef or chicken in Mediterranean diet could give even more benefits to the brain
1 year, 11 months ago

Replacing fish with beef or chicken in Mediterranean diet could give even more benefits to the brain

Daily Mail  

Including beef, chicken or pork in your Mediterranean diet could help stave off Alzheimer's, a study suggests. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, found that a modified version of the famous diet that incorporated foods from the typical low-carb, high fat, keto diet reduced levels of a neurotransmitter in the brain linked with cognitive decline. Researchers found that …

MIT professor reveals key to maintaining healthy brain function and averting dementia
2 years ago

MIT professor reveals key to maintaining healthy brain function and averting dementia

The Independent  

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Mediterranean diet can lower dementia risk by quarter, study finds
2 years ago

Mediterranean diet can lower dementia risk by quarter, study finds

The Independent  

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Can eating a Mediterranean diet really slash your dementia risk?
2 years ago

Can eating a Mediterranean diet really slash your dementia risk?

The Independent  

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Eating leafy greens ‘associated with fewer brain proteins linked to Alzheimer’s’
2 years ago

Eating leafy greens ‘associated with fewer brain proteins linked to Alzheimer’s’

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy People who eat green leafy vegetables, fruit, whole grains, olive oil, …

Bad diet causes cognitive decline: Fact or myth?
2 years, 3 months ago

Bad diet causes cognitive decline: Fact or myth?

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 16, 2022 16:42 IST More than 400-500 calories per day of ultra-processed foods such as burgers, chips and packaged cookies is enough to increase the risk of cognitive decline, a new study suggests. The study, involving 10,775 men and women in Brazil, found people who ate more ultra-processed foods had a 28 per cent faster rate of …

Eating ultraprocessed food could increase dementia risk, study warns
2 years, 3 months ago

Eating ultraprocessed food could increase dementia risk, study warns

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. According to the study published in JAMA Neurology on Monday, people who eat the most …

Tea, wine and veg: The key to preventing dementia
2 years, 4 months ago

Tea, wine and veg: The key to preventing dementia

Daily Mail  

A cup of tea with breakfast, a leafy spinach salad for lunch and a glass of red wine for dinner could slash the risk of developing dementia, according to research. People who have a higher intake of food or drink containing antioxidant flavonols – plant compounds linked to a variety of health benefits – appear to have a slower rate …

Do healthy diets really reduce the risk of dementia?
2 years, 5 months ago

Do healthy diets really reduce the risk of dementia?

Live Mint  

Several studies suggest that a person's risk of dementia can be reduced by eating a healthy diet, but the findings of a new study suggest that two diets, including the Mediterranean diet, are not linked to a reduced risk of dementia. "Previous studies on the effects of diet on dementia risk have had mixed results," said study author Isabelle Glans, …

Brain diet for kids: Superfoods to boost memory in children
2 years, 7 months ago

Brain diet for kids: Superfoods to boost memory in children

Hindustan Times  

Eating the right food not only gives a significant boost to a child's memory but also helps them concentrate better. Healthy children with adequate nutrition are more productive and have a better memory power According to UNICEF, almost 2 in 3 children between six months and two years of age are not fed food that supports their rapidly growing bodies …

Eating more foods like crisps and cookies ‘linked to increased risk of dementia’
2 years, 7 months ago

Eating more foods like crisps and cookies ‘linked to increased risk of dementia’

The Independent  

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World Brain Day 2022: 5 foods you must eat for better brain power
2 years, 8 months ago

World Brain Day 2022: 5 foods you must eat for better brain power

Hindustan Times  

Worried about your brain not functioning as efficienty as you age? Packed with essential vitamins and minerals including E, K, and numerous others, leafy green vegetables go a long way in preventing cognitive decline. "According to a study on the impact of diet on brain health, it has been found that food items that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids …

Could eating fruits help you live longer?
2 years, 8 months ago

Could eating fruits help you live longer?

Live Mint  

According to a recent study from the College of Health and Life Sciences at Aston University, people who regularly consume fruit are more likely to have better levels of positive mental well-being and are less likely to experience depressive symptoms. The study discovered that both nutrient-rich fruit and nutrient-poor savoury snacks appeared to be associated with psychological health after accounting …

What is ‘cognition nutrition’? It could change the way you eat forever
2 years, 8 months ago

What is ‘cognition nutrition’? It could change the way you eat forever

The Independent  

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Vegetarians, vegans and pescatarians have a better memory than meat-eaters, study claims
2 years, 9 months ago

Vegetarians, vegans and pescatarians have a better memory than meat-eaters, study claims

The Independent  

Opting for a vegetarian, vegan or pescatarian diet could boost your memory, a new study has claimed. “Adherence to a plant-based rather than a meat-based diet results in improved short-term verbal memory,” wrote Pinar Sengul, who led the study at Birbeck University of London. “Diet was found to have a significant effect on memory but no significant effect on sleep …

Food affects our mental health, here’s a few good brain foods
3 years, 1 month ago

Food affects our mental health, here’s a few good brain foods

The Independent  

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Healthy diet helps preserve cognitive functions and delay dementia: RIVM
3 years, 10 months ago

Healthy diet helps preserve cognitive functions and delay dementia: RIVM

NL Times  

A healthy and balanced diet can help preserve cognitive functions, delaying the onset of dementia, according to a study conducted by the RIVM. On average, the cognitive functions of a person with an unhealthy diet deteriorated two years earlier compared to someone with a more balanced diet. The general cognitive functions of participants that ate healthily declined on average seven …

Consuming Unprocessed Red Meat Could Prove Protective Against Dementia, Study Suggests
4 years ago

Consuming Unprocessed Red Meat Could Prove Protective Against Dementia, Study Suggests

News 18  

Scientists in the UK have found an association between eating processed meat and dementia risk. Processed meat and dementia risk Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the study found that consuming a 25g serving of processed meat a day — equivalent to one rasher of bacon — is associated with a 44% increased risk of developing dementia. The …

Study examines possible link between diet and dementia
4 years ago

Study examines possible link between diet and dementia

The Independent  

UK researchers examining a possible link between diet and dementia have suggested eating processed meat could be associated with a higher risk of developing the disease. Professor Kevin McConway, emeritus professor of applied statistics at the Open University, said any claim that eating processed meat could cause an increase in dementia risk would go “well beyond a reasonable interpretation of …

Healthy diet may slow development of memory problems
5 years, 4 months ago

Healthy diet may slow development of memory problems

India TV News  

Healthy diet may slow development of memory problems Healthy lifestyle behaviours that slow the development of heart disease could reduce heart disease risk. A heart-healthy diet and aerobic exercise may slow development of memory problems, a new study suggests. The research team had a theory: That the healthy lifestyle behaviours that slow the development of heart disease could reduce heart …

Healthy lifestyle behaviours play an important role in slowing development of memory problems
5 years, 4 months ago

Healthy lifestyle behaviours play an important role in slowing development of memory problems

Hindustan Times  

Healthy lifestyle behaviours including regular exercise and a heart-healthy diet may slow the development of a condition that affects one’s memory, says a recent study. Signs of mild cognitive impairment may include frequently losing things, forgetting to go to events and appointments, and having more trouble coming up with words than other people of your age. According to the U.S. …

What is the MIND diet and is it right for you
5 years, 4 months ago

What is the MIND diet and is it right for you

Firstpost  

A cross between the DASH diet and the Mediterranean diet, the MIND diet focuses on brain health and is based on foods that boost our cognitive functioning. A cross between the DASH diet to “stop hypertension” and the Mediterranean diet, the MIND diet focuses on brain health and is based on the foods that improve our cognitive functioning. People following …

Dementia risks: Mediterranean diet and exercise can help stave off condition, WHO says
5 years, 10 months ago

Dementia risks: Mediterranean diet and exercise can help stave off condition, WHO says

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. After a major review of current evidence on the impact of lifestyle on dementia, the …

Handful of nuts can boost memory and maintain healthy lifestyle in elderly
6 years ago

Handful of nuts can boost memory and maintain healthy lifestyle in elderly

India TV News  

While age is known as the strongest risk factor for cognitive decline, eating a handful of nuts every day can improve mental health and memory skills by up to 60 per cent, finds a study. The findings showed that consuming nuts for a long period of time could be the key to better cognitive health, including improved thinking, reasoning and …

No link between diet and dementia? Not so fast
6 years ago

No link between diet and dementia? Not so fast

CNN  

CNN — When it comes to diet and dementia, the research can seem like a mixed bag. “Getting a high score on this scale … doesn’t necessarily mean to me that a person followed a brain-healthy diet,” said neurologist Dr. Richard Isaacson, director of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian. Study author Tasnime Akbaraly wrote in …

High carbohydrate, low protein diets may help people stay mentally fit in old age, study shows
6 years, 4 months ago

High carbohydrate, low protein diets may help people stay mentally fit in old age, study shows

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Diets which allow comfort foods like pasta, toast and other carbohydrates …

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