Stay Smart
Although the men who consumed coffee also showed cognitive decline (of course, who wouldn’t at that age?), non-consumers had an additional decline of 1.4 points. Also, it appeared that the more coffee one consumed, the better, with the least cognitive decline for three cups of coffee per day. This decline was 4.3 times smaller than the decline of non-consumers.
Strawberries and blueberries, for example, have been shown in mice to help protect against the damage that causes a decline in learning and motor skills commonly seen with aging. These fruits are rich in polyphenols, antioxidants which protect the brain against oxidative stress, thereby helping us keep our brains sharp even as we age.
Makes me feel good about my ritual breakfast - coffee and cereal with berries. I must be smart!
LOL! however, the articles say these prevent mental decline, not improve mental capacities. so whether you’re smart or not depends on how you were to start with
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Comment by ruth — August 24, 2006 @ 3:06 am
Ruth,
Thanks for visiting! I think I can safely make my claim.
- For one thing, I am smart to do something that will help me, as the title says, Stay Smart.
Keep up your good work!
Comment by Trent — August 24, 2006 @ 9:37 am