"The Mediterranean Diet's Influence on Gut Microbiome and Cognitive Performance in African American Obese Adults"

A recent study examined the effects of the Mediterranean Diet (Med Diet) and intentional weight loss (IWL) on the gut microbiome and cognitive function in African American obese adults. The study found that adopting a Med diet, with or without calorie restriction, can benefit the gut microbiome and cognitive performance. The Med diet interventions positively affected cognitive performance, particularly in mental abilities such as attention, executive function, and learning and memory. However, further research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms and support the implementation of dietary interventions in clinical settings.