Eating more oranges, apples, and tea may slow memory decline

New research from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, USA, said that as you age, eat more oranges, apples and drink more tea may slow down memory decline
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The research team collected data from 961 adults, with an average age of 81 years without dementia
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Over an average period of 7 years, participants completed annual questionnaires about their diet and underwent cognitive and memory tests
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The test consists of memorizing a list of words, recalling numbers, and putting them in
the correct order.
The researchers found that those who consumed the most (about 15 mg) of flavonols (about 30 grams of dark leafy greens) per day had slower
memory decline compared to those who consumed the least (about 5 milligrams) per day.
After taking into account age, gender and smoking, this relationship remains
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Researchers say that flavonols are both anti-inflammatory and antioxidants, which can destroy free radicals and prevent cell damage in the brain and other organs, such as the heart and vascular system, kidneys, liver, etc
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Eating one serving of dark green vegetables per day reduced cognitive performance by about 32%
compared to people who did not eat any flavonol-containing foods.
Foods that contain antioxidant flavonols include kale, beans, oranges, pears, spinach, cauliflower, tomatoes, apples, tea, wine, olive oil, and ketchup
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Flavonols alone won't stop memory loss, and the best way to stay physically and mentally healthy is to lead a healthy lifestyle that includes a diet of fruits and vegetables, physical activity, cognitive training, and getting enough sleep and reducing stress
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(Source: Life Times)

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