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Our review of risk factors for cognitive decline suggests that walnuts may promote cognitive health by targeting cardiovascular mechanisms, specifically dyslipidemia, rather than other metabolic disturbances.
Nuts, as a key component of healthy dietary patterns, have been linked with improvements in brain health, including better cognitive function, a reduced risk of depression, better mood, and enhanced
Mar 16, 2023 · Tree nuts and peanuts (henceforth, nuts) are nutrient-dense foods rich in neuroprotective components; thus, their consumption could benefit cognitive health. However, evidence to date is limited and inconsistent regarding the potential benefits of nuts for cognitive function.
Dec 16, 2020 · This review aimed to present up-to-date evidence regarding the association between nut intake and cognitive performance. Four databases (Ovid MEDLINE, Scopus, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) Plus, and Embase) were systematically searched from inception to April 2020.
May 1, 2021 · Memory (immediate and delayed), attention, processing speed, executive function, and visual-spatial ability, as well as risk of mild cognitive impairment, were the outcomes investigated.
Feb 16, 2023 · While limited and inconclusive, available evidence suggests a possible role for nuts in the maintenance of cognitive health and prevention of cognitive decline in individuals across the lifespan, particularly in older adults and those at higher risk.
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Feb 16, 2023 · While limited and inconclusive, available evidence suggests a possible role for nuts in the maintenance of cognitive health and prevention of cognitive decline in individuals across the lifespan, particularly in older adults and those at higher risk.