The Journal of the American Academy of Neurology has published a report related to the consumption of foods high in flavanoids that can slow down the process of cognitive decline. Accordingly, people who eat about 600 milligrams of flavonoids per day have a 20% lower risk of cognitive decline than those who only eat 150 milligrams per day. To convert accordingly, 100gr of strawberries contain 180 milligrams of flavanoids, which is 113 milligrams per apple.
Professor Walter Willett - the leader of the research team from Harvard University (USA) said that flavonoids are a series of compounds with strong antioxidant properties that are often found in many fruits and vegetables. This compound has the effect of preventing damage to blood supply sources to the brain, a major cause of cognitive decline.
Havard University's research was conducted over 20 years on 75,000 volunteers aged 50, now around 70. After monitoring and analyzing the diet of the group of volunteers, the scientists asked them a multiple-choice questionnaire over a period of 4 years to determine cognitive decline. The results showed that people who consumed foods high in flavanoids had much better outcomes than others, with a lower risk of cognitive decline of 20%.
humane brain function has actually begun to decline gradually in our 30s, but we often dont realize it until we are into our 70s. However, foods high in flavonoids can significantly slow down this process, thereby preventing conditions such as Alzheimer's disease or dementia, said Professor Willett.
Since this study took place over a fifth of a century, the results it provided were more accurate than studies conducted over a year or two. In addition, Professor Willett also shares that people should not be too careful about how many flavonoid-containing foods they eat each day, simply creating a habit of using them as a snack, as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Nurture has a big impact on our cognitive health and the choices we make today regarding the things we consume play a big role in protecting our brains in the future.
Therefore, you should make a habit of consuming flavonoid-containing foods as a snack instead of salty and sugary snacks. Fruits such as strawberries, blueberries and oranges are a great source of flavanoids, in addition, bell peppers and celery also bring similar results," Professor Willett shared.
