• A healthy diet has been linked to a reduced risk of many health conditions, including heart disease and certain cancers.
• New research has added to evidence that eating a varied, plant-rich diet may decrease the risk of cognitive decline and dementia later in life.
• The findings show that an unhealthy diet is strongly associated with lower cognitive abilities, but a high quality diet during youth and middle age helps maintain brain health as you age.
• Adopting healthy eating habits at any age will improve your chances of staying mentally sharp as you grow older.

Written by Katharine Lang on July 2, 2024 — Fact checked by Jennifer Chesak, MSJ

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