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New MIND Diet Could Significantly Reduce Alzheimer’s Disease

Nutritional epidemiologist Dr. Martha Claire Morris at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois developed the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention Neurodegenerative Delay diet, known as the MIND diet for individuals who are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s.  The diet includes aspects of both the DASH and Mediterranean diets that have been found to be beneficial for cardiovascular disease, stroke and high blood pressure.  The MIND diet consists of ten “brain-healthy food groups” and five unhealthy food groups.  Green leafy vegetables, other vegetables, nuts, berries, beans, whole grains, fish, poultry, olive oil and wine are considered healthy food groups, whereas red meat, butter, cheese, pastries, sweets and fried foods should all be limited.  The MIND diet also places extra emphasis on berries such as blueberries and strawberries because they have been found to be beneficial for brain function.  A research study including 923 participants found moderate adherence to the diet showed a 35% reduced risk for Alzheimer’s and those who strictly followed the diet had a 54% decreased risk.  Although further research is needed, these preliminary results are promising for individuals at an increased risk for Alzheimer’s. 

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Whiteman, H. (2015, March 18). New 'MIND' diet linked to reduced risk of Alzheimer's. Retrieved March 24, 2015, from http://www.medicalnewstoday.com /articles/291073.php.

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