New Delhi: According to an exploratory study, people who consume foods high in omega-3 fatty acids in mid-life may have higher cognitive abilities and better brain structure than those who consume these foods. Consume less.
The research is published online October 5, 2022 in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Fish, including salmon, sardines, lake trout and albacore tuna, contain omega-3 fatty acids. They can also be found in supplements or foods that have been fatty acid-fortified.
Research author Claudia L., of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. According to Satizabal, PhD, “Improving our diet is one strategy for promoting our brain health.” “This could have a major impact on public health if people can increase their cognitive flexibility and possibly prevent dementia with just a few easy dietary adjustments. Even better, our research indicates that maintaining brain health can help.” Small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids may be sufficient for heart health. A cross-sectional study of 2,183 adults, with an average age of 46, without dementia or stroke. Their omega-3 fatty acid concentrations were assessed. They assessed their ability to think. His brain volume was measured through scans.
The average percentage of omega-3 fatty acids in the low group participants was 3.4%, while it was 5.2% for the high group participants. 8% or more is considered ideal. A level of 4% to 8% is considered moderate. Low levels are those that fall below 4%. The cross-sectional study included 2,183 individuals without dementia or stroke, with a mean age of 46. Their omega-3 fatty acid levels were measured. He evaluated his thinking abilities. The scans were used to calculate the size of their brains.
Participants in the low group had an average omega-3 fatty acid content of 3.4%, while those in the high group averaged 5.2%. 8% or more is considered excellent. The moderate level is defined as 4% to 8%. A level of less than 4% is considered low.
According to Satizabal, the majority of the sample was non-Hispanic white adults, which may limit the applicability of the findings to other groups, even though the study included a small percentage of individuals of all races and ethnicities.
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