Chocolate may improve cognitive function within hours, says review

Cocoa flavanols – found at high levels in dark chocolate – may improve cognitive function in hours, and they may even protect the aging brain, says review.

Vegetable compounds found to improve cognition in old age

New research suggests the pigment that gives vegetables and plants their vibrant color may improve cognitive function in elderly adults.

Omega-3 fatty acids shown to exert a positive effect on the aging brain

Preventing Alzheimer’s disease through supplementation with natural omega-3 fatty acids.Changes in cognitive function and memory decline form a normal part of aging.

Chocolate may boost cognitive function

People who consumed chocolate at least once a week performed better on tests of cognitive function than those who never or rarely ate chocolate, a new study reveals.

Benefits of vitamin B12 supplements for older people questioned

Vitamin B12 supplements offer no benefits for neurological or cognitive function in older people with moderate vitamin B12 deficiency, according to a new study published in the American Journal of…

Extra nuts or oil with Mediterranean diet could protect memory

A new study suggests that supplementing the Mediterranean diet with extra helpings of mixed nuts or extra virgin olive oil was improved cognitive function in older adults.

Mediterranean diet plus olive oil or nuts associated with improved cognitive function

Supplementing the plant-based Mediterranean diet with antioxidant-rich extra virgin olive oil or mixed nuts was associated with improved cognitive function in a study of older adults in Spain but the authors warn more investigation is needed, according to a new article.

Evidence mounts for improved cognitive function from cocoa flavanol consumption

It is normal for cognitive function to slightly deteriorate with age.

Research confirms Mediterranean diet is good for the mind

The first systematic review of related research confirms a positive impact on cognitive function, but an inconsistent effect on mild cognitive impairment Over recent years many pieces of research have identified a link between adherence to a Mediterranean diet and a lower risk of age-related disease such as dementia…

Magnesium supplement helps boost brainpower

New research finds that an increase in brain magnesium improves learning and memory in young and old rats.