The study found people who regularly consumed omega-3 rich oils, such as canola oil, flaxseed oil and walnut oil, reduced their risk of dementia by 60 percent compared to people who did not regularly consume such oils. People who ate fruits and vegetables daily also reduced their risk of dementia by 30 percent compared to those who didn’t regularly eat fruits and vegetables.

The study also found people who ate fish at least once a week had a 35-percent lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and 40-percent lower risk of dementia, but only if they did not carry the gene that increases the risk of Alzheimer’s, called apolipoprotein E4, or ApoE4.

In contrast, consuming omega-6 rich oils could increase chances of developing memory problems. Although the effects of dietary habits on memory and Alzheimer risks are clear, it is not yet known precisely how these compounds exert their effects.

Source: AAN
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Fish, Omega-3 Oils, Fruits and Veggies Lowers Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia