Popular snack may protect the aging brain when eaten every day
A study published in Food & Function suggests that eating two servings of peanuts daily may improve insulin response in the brain. Researchers believe this could help protect against age-related cognitive decline.
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Dietary interventions are increasingly studied as accessible ways to mitigate the risks of dementia and memory loss in aging populations.
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The brain benefits of this snack are nuts.
Certain foods are considered super when it comes to their nutritional benefits, promoting gut health, supporting immunity, and even helping us live longer.
A hefty handful of one common food can boost brain power as we age, according to recent research .
Some foods are super when it comes to their nutritional benefits, with one snack standing out as a brain booster. A nutrient-rich diet is necessary for heart, vascular and brain health , especially while getting older to protect blood vessels in the brain, decreasing the risk of impaired brain function, stroke and dementia .
And while they’re technically not a nut but a legume, peanuts share many of the same heart and metabolic benefits, providing an easy source of plant-based protein and healthy fats.
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