I know, constant mental health postings...my family history and the record of global cognitive decline constantly remind me of the need to recognize all the dynamics we control that directly impact brain function and longevity. Today is a simple list of bullet points worth pursuing in depth.
Recent research found elderly individuals who ate the most flavonoids had the slowest rate of cognitive decline
Kaempferol and quercetin were both associated with slower global cognitive decline
Quercetin is found in a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including onions and shallots, apples, broccoli, asparagus, green peppers, tomatoes, red leaf lettuce, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, black currants and green tea
Good sources of kaempferol include spinach, kale and other green leafy vegetables, chives, dill, tarragon, onions, wild leeks, asparagus and berries
Kaempferol is also one of the most important constituents in ginkgo biloba, which has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. A 2008 study found kaempferol-rich ginkgo biloba extract significantly inhibited the proliferation of pancreatic cancer cells. Ginkgo biloba’s ability to improve memory and cognition has also been studied for decades
I love mornings! One of my goals is to encourage the ability to enjoy and share as many as possible.
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