How diet and nutrition may help boost your brain health
Summary
Eating nutritious foods and having a healthy diet can help improve brain health and may lower the risk of dementia later in life. The Alzheimer's Association promotes a lifestyle that includes good nutrition, physical activity, and mental challenges to keep the brain strong.Key Facts
- The Alzheimer's Association is running a series called "Brain Health: From Awareness to Action."
- Nutrition is a key way to support brain health, alongside exercise and mental challenges.
- The MIND diet focuses on eating fruits, vegetables (especially leafy greens), whole grains, and lean proteins.
- The diet suggests limiting processed foods and added sugar for better brain function.
- Keeping a food log can help people track and improve their eating habits.
- The Alzheimer's Association offers a "6-Step Challenge" to help people build brain-healthy habits.
- Starting brain health habits earlier, around age 40 or 50, can improve aging outcomes.
- More information and sign-up for the challenge are available at rethinkyourbrain.org.
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