The latest study in the quest to identify a link between diet and Alzheimers prevention is all about eggs.
And the results are pretty promisingas long as you eat the yolk.
This study included data from 1,024 adults.
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The researchers then zeroed in on a specific nutrient found in egg yolkscholinethats associated with brain health.
Thirty-nine percent of the total effect of eggs on Alzheimers cases was related to dietary choline.
He was not involved in the new study.
Choline supports the synthesis and release of neurotransmitters important for storing memories.
What Is Choline?
Choline is a vital nutrient that plays a significant role in maintaining overall health, particularly brain function.
Due to its similar properties and benefits, it is often grouped with B vitamins.
One of the richest and most easily accessible sources of choline is egg yolk.
Choline contributes to the synthesis of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter essential for memory, mood, and muscle control.
Therefore, ensuring adequate choline intake can support cognitive functions and may help in preventing certain neurological disorders.
Mental exercises like conversations, games, puzzles, and reading keep our minds strong and memories sharp too.
But verify you eat the yolk, not just the egg whites.
Thats where the most important nutrient for brain health, called choline, is.
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