Besides changes to your body and physical health, aging also means learning to cope with potential mental obstacles such as cognitive decline. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), dementia currently affects more than 55 million people worldwide, with 10 million new cases reported yearly.
While there’s still no guaranteed way to prevent or cure the condition, researchers are getting a better understanding of the kinds of lifestyle changes and healthy choices that can help lower the likelihood of someone developing it. And now, a new study has found that eating certain “ultra-processed foods” can increase your dementia risk. Read on to see what science says you should avoid for your brain’s sake. Read more…