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It's a protein food... Eating a lot of 'this' may actually increase the risk of dementia.

It's a protein food... Eating a lot of 'this' may actually increase the risk of dementia.

 

Frequent consumption of processed meat increases the risk of developing dementia.
 
A study has shown that consuming legumes or nuts instead of processed meats can reduce the risk of developing dementia.

The research team at Brigham Women's Hospital in the United States tracked 130,000 adults over 43 years. The team collected nutritional data from participants every 2 to 4 years. They examined how often participants consumed processed red meat, nuts, or legumes. Subsequently, they compared the cognitive functions of those who frequently consumed processed meats with those who rarely did.

Analysis showed that people who frequently consumed processed meat (at least 2 servings per day) had a 14% higher risk of developing dementia compared to those who rarely consumed processed meat (less than 3 servings per month).
 
Every time processed meat is added to the diet daily, the brain regions that regulate language and behavior age by an additional 1.6 years. However,
 
Replacing 40g of processed meat with an equivalent amount of beans or nuts reduced the risk of cognitive decline by 20%.

A previous study involving approximately 500,000 adults also found that consuming 25 grams of processed meat per day increases the risk of dementia by 44%. 25 grams of processed meat is roughly equivalent to one strip of bacon or one slice of ham.

The research team analyzed that nitrates added during the processing of processed meat negatively affected brain function.
 
Nitrates are converted into nitrosamines in the body, damaging cells and neurons, thereby impairing cognitive function. Nitrosamines promote brain inflammation, break down important neurotransmitters, and create plaques that worsen brain health. Furthermore, saturated fats and cholesterol in processed meats accumulate in blood vessels, restricting blood flow to the brain and leading to cognitive decline.

Replacing processed meats with legumes or nuts can prevent the intake of harmful substances such as nitrates, sodium, and toxins. The nutrients found in beans and nuts help improve blood circulation and enhance brain health.

 

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