Does the Mediterranean diet lower risks of dementia?

According to new research a mediterranean diet could lower the risk of dementia by a quarter regardless of a person's genetic risk. “The findings from this large population-based study underscore the long-term brain health benefits of consuming a Mediterranean diet, which is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats," said Joint lead author of the study, Dr Janice Ranson, a senior research fellow at the University of Exeter, for the Guardian newspaper. 

The researchers measured people, who did and did not follow a Mediterranean diet, and took into account each individual’s genetic risk for dementia. Over nearly a decade, there were 882 cases of dementia, but those who followed a strict Mediterranean diet had a 23% lower risk of developing the condition. 

What did the researchers find? What foods are included? Is diet the only factor? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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