Processed red meats—like bacon, deli meats, and hot dogs—are linked to a host of health ills. Now, the latest study finds that eating too much red meat may even harm the brain. In a study published in the journal Neurology,
This research comes alongside a sobering projection from a separate study published last week in the scientific journal Nature, which warns that dementia cases in the U.S. are exp
A large new study is among the first to suggest a link between cured meats and higher rates of dementia and worse cognition.
Consuming just two servings of processed red meat per week is associated with a 13% increased risk for dementia, a large, long-term study shows.
Eating too much red meat has been associated with poor health outcomes, but a new study shows it could also put your future cognitive health at risk.
We asked nutrition experts how consumers can make informed and healthy choices about eating red meat.
Eating plenty of plants—fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes—will also provide brain-loving antioxidants and other nutrients. Berries are a rich source of these antioxidants, so try to include some in your meals and snacks most days.
A groundbreaking study reveals that high consumption of processed red meat significantly increases the risk of dementia. Researchers suggest replacing red meat with healthier protein sources like nuts and legumes to potentially reduce this risk by 20%.
Reduce your risk of dementia by making simple dietary changes. Learn about the connection between processed red meat and accelerated brain aging.
Jan. 15, 2025 — People who eat more red meat, especially processed red meat like bacon, sausage and bologna, are more likely to have a higher risk of cognitive decline and dementia when compared ...
"Our study results forecast a dramatic rise in the burden from dementia in the United States over the coming decades, with one in two Americans expected to experience cognitive difficulties after age 55," senior investigator Dr. Josef Coresh, founding director of the Optimal Aging Institute at NYU Langone Health, said in a news release.
Recent studies have revealed a concerning connection between red meat consumption and an increased risk of dementia.