What you should eat for breakfast to support brain health. The common food that reduces the risk of Alzheimer's
A seemingly mundane eating habit is being analyzed by researchers for its possible connection to reducing the risk of Alzheimer's and maintaining cognitive functions in old age.
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Eating eggs for breakfast may have more benefits than previously thought, including a possible role in reducing the risk of cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, according to some recent research cited by nutritionists.
A study published in The Journal of Nutrition indicates that people who eat at least one egg per week may have a significantly lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease compared to those who rarely include this food in their diet.
The research also observed better cognitive performance among egg eaters, particularly in functions such as attention, planning and decision-making, according to Click
Specialists explain these possible effects by the nutritional composition of the egg, rich in choline, lutein and omega-3 fatty acids. Choline is considered essential for brain function, being a precursor to acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory. Lutein has an antioxidant role, and omega-3 contributes to reducing inflammation and supporting neural health.
Dr. Dale Bredesen explained the role of choline in cognitive processes. “Choline is the precursor to acetylcholine, which is the most important neurotransmitter for memory,” he said Dale Bredesen.
An egg provides, on average, about 150 mg of choline, making it one of the most accessible food sources of this nutrient. Researchers point out that the body produces limited amounts of choline and omega-3 fatty acids, which is why dietary intake remains important.
At the same time, experts point out that nutrition has a wider role in brain health, being correlated with lifestyle and conditions such as metabolic syndrome, influenced by diet, physical activity and stress levels.
“There are 100 million Americans with metabolic syndrome, and it's really nutrition-related. It's often driven by the standard American lifestyle, which includes a high-carb, pro-inflammatory diet, physical inactivity, and stress.” said Dale Bredesen.
