
Research on Brain Health

Mental Well-Being Predicts Cognitive Decline
What does it mean to have mental or psychological well-being? As defined by the American Heart Association (AHA), positive psychological health includes one’s sense of happiness, positive affect, emotional vitality, optimism, sense of purpose, gratitude, and mindfulness.

When Will Americans Meat Their Limit?
According to recent research, how can processed, red meat be affecting your brain health? Find out in this month's article.

The Brain-Gut Connection
Many people ask whether the MIND diet is an anti-inflammatory diet. First, it’s helpful to understand what happens when the body is under a state of oxidative stress that causes inflammation.

Gardening- Good For The Brain, Body and Soul
Gardening season is upon us! Gardening is not only good physical activity but it also can improve brain health.

Ultra-Processed Foods: A New Mental Health Disorder?
New research is confirming that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may be harmful for the body and the brain. But first, what are UPFs? Find out in the Official MIND Diet’s most recent research article.

Research Shows Big Risk Factors Connected to Dementia
A recent study published in Nature Communications identified alcohol consumption, diabetes, and air pollution as the three potentially biggest risk factors leading to dementia, or physical changes in the brain that cause memory loss and other mental abnormalities severe enough to interfere with daily life.

MIND Diet as Part of a Healthy Lifestyle Boosts Cognitive Reserve
Discover a study that reveals how incorporating the MIND Diet as part of a healthy lifestyle can boost cognitive reserve. The study shows that individuals who adopt healthier habits, including nutrition, physical activity, cognitive engagement, alcohol management, and smoking cessation, had better cognitive function even in the presence of Alzheimer's disease markers like beta-amyloid plaques and phosphorylated tau tangles. Explore the theory behind this phenomenon, which suggests that a healthy lifestyle may enhance neuronal and synaptic connections in the brain, offering protection against cognitive decline. Unveil the power of the MIND Diet through this intriguing research and empower yourself with knowledge in promoting optimal brain health.
