Midlife Diet Crucial for Healthier Aging, Harvard Study Shows
Research links nutritious eating in your 40s to better physical and cognitive health at 70.
Overview
- Harvard study tracked dietary habits of over 106,000 participants for 30 years.
- Healthy diets included more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and unsaturated fats.
- Participants with the healthiest diets had up to 84% higher chances of aging well.
- Study emphasizes overall healthy aging, not just the absence of chronic diseases.
- Findings support early dietary interventions for long-term brain and body health.