The Science Behind Diet and Dementia Prevention Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is a growing global health concern, with cases expected to triple by 2050. While there is no known cure, researchers have long studied whether dietary choices can help prevent cognitive decline. So, does science support the idea that what we eat affects brain health? […]
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A few days ago, a press release summarizing the results of a study of food marketing techniques popped up in my inbox. To wit: “In research published on March 31, 2014 in JAMA Pediatrics, Dartmouth researchers found that one-half to one-third of children did not identify milk when shown McDonald’s and Burger King children’s advertising
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You’ve heard the advice before — from your mother, from your doctor, and from us: “Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, low-fat dairy products, and use polyunsaturated oils.” But if you’re eating on a budget (and who isn’t?), that’s tough advice to follow. Fill your grocery basket with fresh fruits and
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