Nuts have been touted as beneficial with healthy fats, protein, and fiber. New research from the University of South Australia shows that they can also help adults have better mental function, improved thinking, reasoning, and memory.
The study followed 4,822 Chinese adults aged 55-plus from 1991-2006. They consumed 10 grams (two teaspoons) of nuts a day. They mostly ate peanuts. The results showed an improvement in cognitive function up to 60% compared to those who did not eat nuts.
Age is the biggest risk factor for cognitive health. Eating a few nuts each day is worth the effort!
Source: www.ift.org/IFTNEXT/nut-consumption-spurs-cognitive-health.aspx
