Written by Kinkini Gupta | Updated : April 15, 2025 1:43 PM IST
Dementia is a progression of Alzheimer's disease and is a debilitating condition that severely impacts the brain, memory, actions, way of life. Dementia can happen genetically or due to poor lifestyle choices. Ollie Whitby, A Healthy Scientist says that you can cut down the risk of dementia by eating these 6 foods every day.
According to Health Scientist Ollie Whitby, eating eggs every day can help reduce Alzheimer's risk by up to 40 per cent. Eggs are not only rich in protein and healthy fats but also contain choline. Choline is essential for producing acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter critical for memory retention and learning. You must eat at least five to 10 eggs every week.
Fatty fish contains high amounts of healthy fats, DHA and omega-3's which is very much necessary for your brain health. DHA is important for neuron structure and fast communication. Healthy fats in fishes also help reduce inflammation in the brain and it is recommended for people to eat two to three servings of fish every week.
Ollie Whitby also stresses on the regular consumption of berries like blueberries, strawberries and blackberries. Berries contain flavonoids, boost BDNF, supports neuron growth, protects brain cells, enhance neuron signaling and enhance stronger brain connections.
Walnuts are very nutritious and good for brain heath, says experts. They are rich in polyphenol and ALA, supports brain plasticity, reduces inflammation, protects the neurons.
Eat mushrooms regularly. Eating more than two servings of per week has been linked to lowering risk of dementia or mild cognitive impairment by 57 per cent. Mushrooms are high in antioxidants which protects brain cells from damage, supports nerve growth, brain cell growth, repair and survive.
Turmeric helps lower cytokines in the brain which can drive neurodegeneration, boosts BDNF which helps support neuron growth and repair.
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