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·June 3, 2025·4 min read

Adopting the MIND Diet May Lower Dementia Risk at Any Age

A large study suggests that following the MIND diet—rich in leafy greens, berries, nuts, and olive oil—significantly reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Drawing on data from nearly 93,000 U.S. adults, researchers found the strongest and most consistent protective effects among African American, Latino, and White participants.

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·July 29, 2023·9 min read

Long-term MIND Diet Commitment Key to Boosting Brain Health

A recent study unveils the significance of long-term commitment to the MIND diet in enhancing brain health. The first randomized clinical trial of its kind, the study observed that short-term cognitive improvements were seen within the first two years, however, no significant difference was noted between the MIND diet and a calorie-restricted control diet over a three-year period.

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·March 8, 2023·4 min read

MIND and Mediterranean Diets Associated With Fewer Alzheimer’s Plaques and Tangles

People who follow diets rich in leafy greens, olive oil, nuts, and fish, such as the MIND or Mediterranean diet, have fewer amyloid plaques and Tau tangles in their brains than those who follow a more conventional diet.

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·May 12, 2022·5 min read

Healthy Habits May Improve Longevity and Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Healthy eating, daily exercise, reducing alcohol consumption, and not smoking not only lead to a longer life, but they can also reduce Alzheimer's risk for those with genetic risk factors.

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·September 21, 2021·4 min read

MIND Diet Linked to Better Cognitive Performance

Study reports the MIND diet may help reduce a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and help maintain cognition in older adults.

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·February 25, 2021·4 min read

Plant-Based Diets Improve Cardiac Function and Cognitive Health

Plant-based diets, such as the DASH diet and MIND diet, can reduce the risk of heart failure and ultimately decrease the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

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·January 14, 2021·4 min read

MIND and Mediterranean Diets Associated With Later Onset of Parkinson’s Disease

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.

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·May 14, 2018·3 min read

Exploring the Connection Between Diet, Gut Microbes and Cognitive Decline

Researchers believe their new study will provide a mechanistic understanding of how our microbiome and diets can impact the development of Alzheimer's disease. The study will aim to provide evidence of possible diet induced effects on gut bacteria, which could influence age associated cognitive decline.

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·January 26, 2018·5 min read

MIND Diet May Slow Cognitive Decline in Stroke Survivors

Summary: Rush University Medical Center researchers report the MIND diet can help substantially slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors. Source:...

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·January 5, 2016·4 min read

Easy To Follow Diet Proven to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

A diet that helps lower the risks of Alzheimer's disease by as much as 53 percent has been ranked the easiest to follow and second best overall diet for 2016.