Age-Related Cognitive Decline
The right diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.
| Recommendation | Why | Get started |
|---|---|---|
| Add some caffeine | Give your brain a boost with caffeine. Coffee and, to a lesser degree, tea have been linked to improved mental function in older people. | |
| Be pro-anti-oxidant | Animal studies suggest that diets high in anti-oxidant-rich foods, such as spinach and strawberries, may help slow ARCD. | |
| Go Mediterranean | A Mediterranean diet, which is high in mono-unsaturated fatty acids (such as olive oil), may protect against ARCD. |
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