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A new study has found that eating highly processed foods can be linked to a faster rate of cognitive decline.
Examples of highly processed foods include ready-made meals, frozen microwave meals, and instant noodles.
The researchers presented the results of the study at the International Conference of the Alzheimer’s Association in San Diego, USA, and it was reported by Qatar News Agency.
The researchers examined the diets and cognition of more than 10,000 middle-aged and older adults in Brazil for up to 10 years, including both men and women.
Ability to plan, execute and act
The study found that adults who ate large amounts of highly processed foods had a 25% faster decline in their “executive function” – their ability to plan, execute and act – than those who ate less processed foods.
Study author Claudia Somoto said that no matter how many calories and healthy food a person tries to eat, ultra-processed food is not good for brain and cognitive health.
Another recent study published by the American Academy of Neurology found that people who consume large amounts of ultra-processed foods are more likely to develop dementia.
Processed meat
Highly processed foods contain few whole ingredients (whole grains), and often contain flavors, colors or other additives, and include white bread, crackers, crackers, ice cream, candy, sugary drinks, fried snacks, and processed meats.