Eating a Mediterranean diet -- rich in produce,
olive oil and fish -- improves brain functioning and lowers the risk of
Alzheimer's disease, according to a new review of the available research.
The review, which you can see here, was published in the
journal Epidemiology. It includes 12 studies, nine of which showed an
association between eating a Mediterranean diet and having lower Alzheimer's
risk, improved cognitive functioning and lower rate of cognitive decline.
Missing however, were any links between the
diet and development of mild cognitive impairment.
Mediterranean food is both delicious and
nutritious, and the systematic review shows it may help to protect the aging
brain and reduce the risk of dementia.
Other recent research has connected eating a
Mediterranean-style diet with a lower risk of diabetes, longer life, and a
reduced risk of heart disease.
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