"Preventing Dementia: The Impact of Healthy Living and the Mediterranean Diet"

A new study published in JAMA Neurology found that adhering to the Mediterranean diet can help maintain cognitive function in old age, even in the presence of Alzheimer's disease markers in the brain. The diet, rich in fresh greens, fruits, fish, nuts, and olives, emphasizes quality and variety of foods. Researchers analyzed data from the Rush Memory and Aging Project and found that participants who followed the Mediterranean diet had better cognitive function scores, suggesting that the diet may protect against cognitive decline. Other studies have also linked the Mediterranean diet to reduced risk of premature death, heart disease, and post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms.