The Mediterranean diet protected the brain against cognitive decline

The Mediterranean diet could protect people with mild cognitive impairment against Alzheimer's disease, according to a study . The study was conducted among 1 393 subjects and 482 healthy individuals with a mild cognitive decline (memory loss or difficulty concentrating, for example). The mean age of 77 years, completed a questionnaire on their dietary habits during the past year. The results after a follow-up to four years, individuals suffering from mild cognitive decline that followed the Mediterranean diet moderately saw their risk of suffering from Alzheimer's disease reduced by 45% compared to those following little or no . Among those who applied with moderation and the Cretans who had no cognitive impairment light, the risk to be decreased to 17% and 45% for Alzheimer's disease. For those who followed to the letter, this proportion was 28% for mild cognitive decline and 48% for Alzheimer's disease. According to the authors of the study, it is difficult to explain how the Mediterranean diet, which is primarily composed of fruits, vegetables, fish and olive oil can help the brain stay healthy. But they point out that this diet could reduce risk factors like high cholesterol and sugar, often associated with mild cognitive impairment.