Study Supports Brain Power of Fish in Seniors
Author: American Society for Nutrition
Published: 2009/07/18
Peer-Reviewed: N/A
On This Page: Summary - Main Article
Synopsis: Oily fish are rich in omega 3 fatty acids which studies suggest are related to cognitive function in later life. Experts estimate that over 24 million people worldwide suffer from dementia, and many of these people live in low and middle income countries. Recently, there has been growing interest in whether dietary factors, particularly oily fish and meat, might influence the onset and/or severity of dementia. Oily fish are rich in omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids.
advertisement
Main Digest
Experts estimate that over 24 million people worldwide suffer from dementia, and many of these people live in low and middle income countries. Recently, there has been growing interest in whether dietary factors, particularly oily fish and meat, might influence the onset and/or severity of dementia. Oily fish are rich in omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids.Large epidemiologic study supports brain power of fish in older people
Experts estimate that over 24 million people worldwide suffer from dementia, and many of these people live in low- and middle-income countries. Recently, there has been growing interest in whether dietary factors, particularly oily fish and meat, might influence the onset and/or severity of dementia. Oily fish are rich in omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, which some studies suggest are positively related to cognitive function in later life. Conversely, there is a suggestion from some studies that increased meat consumption may be related to cognitive decline. To examine this, a group of international researchers studied older people in 7 middle- to low-income countries. You can read the results of their study in the August 2009 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Data from 14,960 participants ( 65 y of age) living in China, India, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, and Peru were analyzed. Dietary habits were assessed by using standard, culturally appropriate face-to-face interviews, and dementia was diagnosed by using validated culturally and educationally fair criteria.
In each of the study countries, except India, there was an inverse association between fish consumption and dementia prevalence. These data extend to low- and middle-income countries previous conclusions from industrialized countries that increased fish consumption is associated with lower dementia prevalence in later life. The authors propose that this relation is not due to poor overall nutritional status in those with dementia, because meat consumption tended to be higher in this group. The relation between meat consumption and dementia remains unclear.
advertisement
Discover Related Topics ▶ Page Information, Citing and Disclaimer Disabled World is an independent disability community founded in 2004 to provide disability news and information to people with disabilities, seniors, their family and/or carers. See our homepage for informative reviews, exclusive stories and how-tos. You can connect with us on social media such as X.com and our Facebook page. Permalink: <a href="https://www.disabled-world.com/fitness/nutrition/fats-oils/fish-brain-power.php">Study Supports Brain Power of Fish in Seniors</a> Cite This Page (APA): American Society for Nutrition. (2009, July 18). Study Supports Brain Power of Fish in Seniors. Disabled World. Retrieved December 6, 2023 from www.disabled-world.com/fitness/nutrition/fats-oils/fish-brain-power.php
Share This Information To:
𝕏.com Facebook Reddit
Disabled World provides general information only. Materials presented are never meant to substitute for qualified professional medical care. Any 3rd party offering or advertising does not constitute an endorsement.