Flavonols are nutrient chemicals found in onions, scallions, kale, broccoli, apples, berries, and teas that are associated with a lower risk of developing Alzheimer dementia. ~ Dr. Broussard
Neurology® — Holland TM, Agarwal P, Wang Y, et al. | April 21, 2020
Among 921 candidates of the Rush Memory and Aging Project (MAP), an ongoing community-based, prospective cohort, researchers intended to determine if there is a connection between dietary intake of flavonols and Alzheimer dementia. Utilizing a validated food frequency questionnaire, participants completed annual neurologic evaluations and dietary assessments. According to results, participants with the highest intake of total flavonols had higher educational levels and a greater presence in physical and cognitive activities. No association was found between quercetin and Alzheimer dementia. Findings suggested that higher dietary intakes of flavonols can result in lower risk of developing Alzheimer dementia.
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