Key Dietary Patterns for Brain Health
- Mediterranean Diet: Emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, fish, and olive oil. Rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and healthy fats, it's linked to reduced risk of heart disease and Alzheimer's disease.
- DASH Diet: Originally designed to lower blood pressure, it aligns with many principles of the Mediterranean diet. Focuses on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, lean protein, and limited saturated and unhealthy fats.
- MIND Diet: Specifically designed to protect brain health, it combines elements of the Mediterranean and DASH diets. Emphasizes brain-healthy foods like leafy green vegetables, berries, nuts, whole grains, beans, fish, poultry, and olive oil.
[1] Guasch-Ferré M, Willett WC. The Mediterranean diet and health: a comprehensive overview. J Intern Med. 2021 Sep;290(3):549-566. doi: 10.1111/joim.13333. Epub 2021 Aug 23. PMID: 34423871.
#ADELiquidProtein #Nutrients #BrainHealth #Diet #LiquidProtein