Brain Healthy Diet Tips
Many foods, including blueberries, leafy greens, and curcumin (found in the spice turmeric), have been studied for their potential cognitive benefit.
These foods were thought to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant or other properties that might help protect the brain. So far, there is no evidence proving that eating or avoiding a specific food can prevent age-related cognitive decline.
Research on the relationship between diet and cognitive function conducted to date points to the benefits of two specific diets that can reduce heart disease and may also be able to reduce the risk of cognitive decline: the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet and the Mediterranean diet.
The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH)
The DASH diet aims to reduce blood pressure and recommends:
Eating a diet that is low in saturated fat, total fat and cholesterol; and high in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy.
Consuming whole grain, poultry, fish and nuts.
Decreasing intake of fats, red meats, sweets, sugared beverages and sodium.
The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet incorporates different principles of healthy eating, typically found in the areas bordering the Mediterranean Sea and recommends:
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