Close adherence to the MIND and Mediterranean diets delayed the onset of Parkinson's disease by up to 17.4 years in women, and 8.4 years in men. Read More
Adding more foods associated with the Western diet may impede the cognitive benefits of the Mediterranean diet. Read More
Animals fed a Mediterranean style diet showed more resilience to stress and a better recovery following stressful stimuli than those fed a Western diet. Read More
Eating a diet rich in vegetables and nuts during middle age is linked to fewer symptoms that may precede Parkinson's disease. Read More
Following a Mediterranean diet with greater adherence was linked to the lowest risk of cognitive impairment. High fish and vegetable consumption appeared to have the greatest protective effect against cognitive decline. Read More
The genes GRB10 and ABTB1 are influential in nutrient-sensing pathways and memory. Researchers say these genes may be the molecular links between diet, neural stem cell aging, and cognitive ability. Read More
Higher levels of olive oil in the diet may help mitigate aging-related diseases and increase life-span. Read More
Study reveals a link between certain diets and their impact on mental health. Poor diets, researchers say, play a role in worsening mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression. However, diets rich in vegetables and olive oil, such as the Mediterranean diet, can improve symptoms of depression and anxiety. Read More
A modified Mediterranean-ketogenic diet can modulate the gut microbiome and metabolites associated with improvements in Alzheimer's disease biomarkers. Read More
A new study will investigate the effects of exercise and eating a Mediterranean style diet has on the development of dementia, and whether a change in lifestyle has neuroprotective properties. Researchers are looking for volunteers between 55 and 74 years of age to participate in the study. Read More
Combining unprocessed red meat with the Mediterranean diet has been associated with a reduced risk of developing multiple sclerosis. Read More
Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, moderate in nuts, fish and alcohol and low in meat and full-fat dairy is associated with better cognitive performance in middle age. Read More
