Dementia risk linked to nitrate in drinking water, study finds
A long-term study of 54,000 Danish adults suggests that nitrate intake from vegetables is linked to a lower risk of dementia, while nitrate from processed meats and drinking water is linked to a higher risk. Researchers believe the antioxidants in vegetables help prevent the formation of harmful compounds.
Why it matters
Understanding dietary impacts on cognitive health provides actionable lifestyle guidance for aging populations.
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Danish Cancer Research Institute (DCRI) suggests that the source of nitrate in a person's diet may play an important role in dementia risk.
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