Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Study Links Processed Red Meat to Higher Dementia Risk

Replacing processed red meat with nuts, beans, or tofu may reduce dementia risk by 20%, according to long-term research.

  • Research tracked over 130,000 health professionals for up to 43 years.
  • Consuming two servings of processed red meat weekly increases dementia risk by 14%.
  • Each additional daily serving of processed red meat adds 1.6 years of cognitive aging.
  • Replacing processed red meat with plant-based options shows significant cognitive benefits.
  • Study highlights the importance of a balanced diet for brain health.
Hero image