Evidence suggests both the DASH Diet and a Mediterranean-type dietary pattern have significant brain benefits. A dietary pattern that combines the best of both of these may be even more protective. The MIND (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention of Neurodegenerative Delay) diet is associated with a slower rate of cognitive decline. This was equivalent to 7.5 years of younger age. The MIND diet emphasizes green leafy vegetables, berries and olive oil—each rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
LifeTip: Plant-based foods and limited intakes of animal products may significantly help delay dementia. Fortify your mind by watching “Defeat Dementia Naturally” with Dr. David DeRose.
Adapted from PositiveChoices.com
