Plant-Based Diets Support Brain Health and Athritis Relief

The Anti-Inflammatory Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia, a group of symptoms associated with a decline in cognitive function severe enough to interfere with daily life.

Arthritis is a group of diseases that cause painful and swollen joints. Arthritis is one of the most common health conditions in the United States, affecting approximately one in four adults. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disease that typically develops gradually and can cause pain and stiffness. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is more aggressive and occurs when the body attacks the joints. RA causes painful, inflamed joints and can result in permanent damage. Certain genes also make some people more likely to develop RA.

Plant-based foods are beneficial to the brain and may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

Diet and Brain Health

A decline in brain health is not an inevitable part of aging. But how we eat and live can help us protect our memory and stay sharp into old age.

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