Eat Your Fish!
A new study suggests that eating fish at least once a week is good for the brain, slowing age-related mental decline by the equivalent of three to four years, a new study suggests.
The research adds to the growing evidence that a fish-rich diet helps keep the mind sharp. Previous studies have found that people who ate fish lowered their risk of Alzheimer’s disease and stroke. Fish such as salmon and tuna that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids also have been shown to prevent heart disease.
For this new study, researchers measured how well people did on simple tests, such as recalling details of a story. The participants were all Chicago residents aged 65 and older. Each resident took the tests three times over six years. They also filled out a questionnaire about what they ate that included 139 foods.
Those that ate fish were found to have 10% less cognitive decline. So eat your fish and stay smart. You may want to make sure that fish smells fresh—not “fishy” which can often indicate that it’s old. Also, fresh fish often tastes sweet. Avoid swordfish which can contain mercury. Best place to buy fish is a fish store or an oriental market where you can see the color of the gills to make sure they are bright, and that the eyes of the fish look clear and not glazed over.
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