A new study published in a prominent medical conference has found that following the Mediterranean-Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet can significantly lower the risk of developing dementia, even if started later in life.
The MIND diet combines elements of the Mediterranean diet with a blood pressure-lowering diet and emphasizes foods such as leafy green vegetables, berries, nuts, and olive oil. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 93,000 US adults who provided information about their diets and found that those who followed the MIND diet over ten years had a 25% lower risk of dementia.
The study’s findings are particularly promising for certain populations, including Latinos, Whites, and African Americans, although benefits were less apparent among Asian Americans. The results suggest that healthy dietary patterns in mid to late life can help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
The study was presented at the American Society for Nutrition conference earlier this year and was led by researchers from the University of Hawaii Cancer Center and other institutions.
Source: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2025/06/24/new-uh-study-reveals-diet-that-can-lower-chances-dementia