Brain-Friendly Diets: Lower Iron for Better Cognitive Health

A study by the University of Kentucky suggests that diets rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and iron-chelating nutrients, such as the Mediterranean or DASH diets, may reduce brain iron accumulation, which is linked to cognitive decline in aging. Over three years, participants with higher intake of these nutrients showed less brain iron buildup and better cognitive performance, highlighting the potential of dietary interventions to support brain health and combat age-related cognitive decline.