EP85: Eat Smart, Keep Your Brain Sharp

Navigating work stress and a million deadlines can make your brain feel like it's literally lagging. If you’re constantly forgetting where you put your keys, it might be time to stop blaming "getting old" and start looking at your plate. A massive Harvard study tracking over 150,000 participants confirms that long-term adherence to healthy dietary patterns—especially the DASH diet—significantly reduces the risk of memory slips and cognitive decline. The findings highlight that maintaining these habits during midlife (ages 45–54) is particularly crucial for long-term brain protection. Reference (1) Chen, H., Cortese, M., Flores-Torres, M. H., Tessier, A. J., Wang, D. D., Kang, J. H., Eliassen, A. H., Stampfer, M., Ascherio, A., Willett, W., Yuan, C., & Bjornevik, K. (2026). Dietary Patterns and Indicators of Cognitive Function. JAMA Neurology. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2026.0062 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn