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Variety in Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Cognitive Function in Middle-Aged and Older Puerto Rican Adults
Consuming a wide variety of fruits and vegetables regularly may enhance cognitive function in middle-aged and elderly individuals.
This study examined the impact of frequent consumption of fruits and vegetables on cognitive function in middle-aged and older adults. Researchers gathered information about the dietary choices and mental health of 1,412 Puerto Rican men and women aged 45-75 years.
Researchers discovered that regular ingestion of different types of fruits and vegetables improved cognitive domains, such as memory, attention, and executive function. This study highlights the beneficial effect of eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables on cognitive function in middle-aged and elderly individuals.
Research Summary Information
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2012
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Xingwang Ye , Shilpa N Bhupathiraju, Katherine L Tucker
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Department of Health Sciences, Northeastern University, 316 Robinson Hall, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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