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Making the daring proclamation that she loves animals more than she loves humans, Ariana switched to a completely plant-based vegan diet in the year 2013 and much like fellow celebrities who swear by the benefits of going vegan, Ariana says that eating plant-based proteins gives her insane energy when she's on the stage. She doesn't believe that one needs to rely on animal fats or dairy for the protein, and we absolutely agree.

As someone who has been eating organically since she was little, making the complete switch to a vegan lifestyle has done wonders for her health. She once said,

"I am a firm believer in eating a full plant-based, whole-food diet that can expand your life length and make you an all-round happier person. It is tricky dining out, but I just stick to what I knowveggies, fruit, and saladthen, when I get home, Ill have something else."

She's also been reported to follow a unique macrobiotic Japanese diet, wherein she has a lot of berries, coconut water, nuts and seeds, oatmeal and raw veggies.

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Vanessa Hudgens, who stars in the upcoming movie Tick... Tick...Boom!, is opening up about what makes her tick in a brand new interview. "Over the past couple of years, I've really come into my own," the 32-year-old actress told Shape. "When you're fully accepting of who you are, and you stop trying to suppress pieces of yourself, you can conquer the world."

Recently, Vanessa has also been outspoken about her health journey, from revamping her fitness routine to experimenting with new foods. She balances a few different styles of eating with the foods she loves in ways that support her body. Vanessa says she switches "back and forth" between the keto diet and intermittent fasting, per People. I feel like its a recipe that works for me, she added.

Wondering what Vanessa's go-tos look like? Here's exactly everything she eats in a day, from her favorite veggies to the takeout she can't get enough of:

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"My overall food philosophy is, if it's real, I'll eat it," Vanessa told Shape. "Many things are processed and contain chemicals and ingredients I can't pronounce. I want real food."

While she stays away from processed foods, Vanessa is also a pescatarian and avoids meat. I used to be the girl who ate bacon for breakfast every single morning, Vanessa told Women's Health. "But what animals go through is so inhumane. That's not a system that I support," she explained. Now, Vanessa's breakfast "typically has avocado, maybe vegan sausage, and a piece of healthy bread."

Other mornings, Vanessa springs for an antioxidant smoothie packed with acai berries, blueberries, banana, and coconut oil, per WH. "I love finding things that are good for you and also taste amazing, she added.

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"I eat two bigger meals a day instead of three," Vanessa told Shape, meaning lunch doesn't usually figure into her day. Instead, she fuels up with her favorite snacks after a busy morning. (More on that later!)

On intermittent fasting days, Vanessa packs her meals in between noon and 6 p.m. These days aren't so snack-filled: "Intermittent fasting is great, because when I am fastingthose first two weeks are definitely rough, Im not going to lie, but after that I feel more grounded and powerful in my workouts. And I get the nutrients that I need when I eat, but then I also eat what I want," she told People.

But Vanessa raves about her keto days. "If you have the right ingredients to keep you on track, I think its amazing," she said. Her go-to? Almond butter.

"People a lot of times think of fats in diets as a negative thing, and when youre doing keto its a very positive thing," Vanessa noted. "Im always making sure Im getting those healthy fats in, so I eat a LOT of almond butter."

Drinks-wise, Vanessa reaches for Celsius Sparkling Watermelon energy drinks and kombucha, according to WH. "Its full of probiotics, but you get a nice little buzz!" she says about the latter.

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"Dinner depends on my mood," Vanessa explained to Shape. "I let myself have what I want. If that's a big bowl of spaghetti with clams and a glass of wine, then that's what I'm eating. Sometimes I crave a salad, and I'll make a big one with nuts and goat cheese and salmon. Other times, it's tacos and a margarita."

(That salad probably has arugula in it, FYI. She eats it "almost every day," per Women's Health.)

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All of this flexibility has helped Vanessa create a diet that works for her and her body. "I've learned that when I try to be super conscientious of everything I put into my mouth, all I can think about is food," she said. "But when I listen to my body and eat what I want, that's when I'm happiest." Words to live by!

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Let's start with what thyroid is. It is an important gland found at the base of the neck that produces, stores and releases two important hormones - Triiodothyronine (T3) and Thyroxine (T4). This gland is known to carry out its functions with the help of iodine derived from food. This is why, what we eat plays an important role in risk of developing thyroid issues and managing them. For the unversed, thyroid disorder is a common problem among people from across the world that is caused due to over or under function of the gland. According to a report by the British Thyroid Foundation, "Thyroid disorders are very common and tend mainly to occur in women, although anybody - men, teenagers, children, and babies, too - can be affected. About one in 20 people has some kind of thyroid disorder, which may be temporary or permanent".

We bring you some common food options that you may add to your daily diet to to manage and heal thyroid-related disorder. Let's take a look.

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Eggs are considered to be a rich source of iodine, which according to nutritionist and macrobiotic health coach Shilpa Arora "is a trace mineral that plays a critical role in the formation of the primary thyroid hormone thyroxine".

According to health experts, nuts can be a good option to add to your thyroid diet. It is an excellent source of selenium that is known to contribute to the antioxidant defense in the thyroid.

Nuts are loaded with several essential nutrients

A rich source of protein, pulses and legumes helps transport the thyroid hormone to all your tissues and thus helps your thyroid function effectively. Besides, several studies have shown that increased protein intake help increase the rate of metabolism, further managing thyroid.

According to Shilpa Arora, 20% of thyroid function depends on good gut ecology. This is why it is always advised to have homemade dahi or yogurt regularly to keep up good metabolism, further leading to healthy gut function.

Did you know fats help produce and regulate hormones? This is why Shilpa Arora suggests including ghee and butter in your diet to help control hormonal imbalance.

Ghee is known to be loaded with healthy fats

A superfood that includes almost every essential nutrient chia seeds support thyroid function and other hormonal balance. It contains omega-3 fats that helps prevent inflammation and controls other functions including brain function.

Include these foods in your diet and make your diet a healthy and balanced one. But always remember, moderation is the key!

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My breakfast: I start my day at 5 am and have a big glass of warm water with lemon. I don't have a proper breakfast

My lunch: I have an early lunch since nothing specific for breakfast is there in my diet plan. It's usually 2 multigrain chapaatis with some kind of green leafy vegetable curry (prepared in less oil and spices) and a bowl of curd to aid digestion.

My dinner: Vegetable quinoa/oats chilla/dal/soup/daliya/veggies etc

Pre-workout meal: Black coffee

Post- workout meal: Protein shake

I indulge in (What you eat on your cheat days): I am a big fan of relishing South Indian delicacies and street food. So once every month, I like to have dosa, idli and golgappas.

Low-calorie recipes I swear by: Nothing as such, but I always try to add variation to my diet or prepare usual meals in a healthier manner, just by limiting the spices quantity and oil used.

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Men over the age of 40 need to take extra care of their health and food plays an important role in this. Read on to know more.

Written by Editorial Team | Updated : October 13, 2021 11:58 AM IST

Men looking to optimize their health in the present and safeguard their future should look for ways to supplement their diet and better their nutritional intake. Supplements for men over 40 can help to rebuild testosterone levels and improve overall health. It is important to note that supplements are not a replacement for healthy habits such as eating right exercising and sleeping well. But what they can do is to help enhance vitality, support greater overall health, and, in some cases, address specific health concerns.

Low testosterone makes men prone to a variety of health issues such as sleep apnea, low metabolism, loss of libido and fatigue. Proper vitamin D levels are a critical part of men's health. Including Vitamin D reduces the risk of coronary heart disease, improves immune function, regulates mood swings and helps to alleviate depression. Further, it improves DNA repair which enhances protection against certain types of cancers. In addition to supplements, salmons, sardines, egg yolks and shrimp are great natural sources of vitamin D

Chronic stress, consumption of more than 7 alcoholic beverages per week, regular consumption of coffee, tea or other caffeinated drinks creates a magnesium deficiency among men. The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for Magnesium is approximately 375mg per day for men. The RDA limits were designed in order to prevent symptoms of deficiency. Spinach, pumpkin seeds, almonds, avocados, figs and bananas are some great sources of magnesium.

Lack of Omega 3 fatty acids in the diet can lead to heart conditions, mood swings, poor memory, dry skin, joint pain and autoimmune diseases. Omega-3 fats are essential to overall health and have a positive impact on the heart and brain function, and they help to reduce inflammation in the body. Omega-3 comes from both animal and plant sources. The primary animal sources are fish like salmon, sardines, mackerel, etc. The primary plant sources are flaxseed, chia and walnuts. Consumption of Omega-3s is known to help in combating certain cancer cells, high cholesterol, diabetes and infertility.

Zinc helps by promoting immune function to fight illness, supporting healthy cell growth and development, and ensuring a proper sense of taste and smell. It's especially important for men because of its role in maintaining prostate health, testosterone levels and overall sexual health. But since our bodies don't produce zinc, a daily intake is recommended to ensure healthy levels of these critical mineral vegetables, including berries, citrus fruits, kiwi, apples, red grapes, kale, onions, spinach, sweet potatoes and carrots are some of great sources of zinc.

This nutrient is an essential part for processes like brain development and transporting oxygen through your bloodstream. Vitamin B6 also helps you maintain a healthy nervous and immune system. Vitamin B6 helps in better blood circulation and a stronger immune system. Eating foods rich in vitamin B6 will help your body guard against infection. Good sources of Vitamin B6 include chickpeas, bananas, potatoes, tofu and nuts. Long-term, excessive alcohol consumption may eventually result in a B6 deficiency, as can hypothyroidism and diabetes.

It is imperative for men above 40 to establish a routine that includes a healthy and varied diet, and regular exercise. It is best to avoid or completely stop smoking and strictly limit alcohol consumption. Also, regular screening tests and monitoring of blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol level, and prostate health is also a must.

(This article is authored by Rohit Shelatkar, VP at Vitabiotics, Fitness & Nutrition Expert)

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Mauer's gone crackers -- scratch-made, that is. Here's my story.

Over the last two years, following my no-sugars, no wheat-flour path hasn't been easy, especially saying so long to cake, pasta and bread. But the good news is nearly 60 pounds have disappeared, too.

Over time, I've replaced wheat flour-based crackers, like saltines, with commercial almond flour-based crackers. They're all good in their own way, but expensive.

It's easy to make low-carb, wheat-free crackers at home.- Courtesy of Don Mauer

Those supermarket crackers fit the bill because they're wheat-free. But reading the nutritional information on the packages tells another story. Those crackers may be wheat-free, but they're certainly not carbohydrate-free.

Now, I don't expect those crackers to be free of carbohydrates. However, most are not low enough in carbs to easily fit into my current food plan.

Take the From the Ground Up brand Sea Salt Cauliflower Crackers. They're thin and crunchy with a good flavor. One ounce, about 50 crackers, delivers 100 calories. That's the good news. That ounce also delivers 18 carb grams, which is 64% calories from carbs, and there's only a half gram of added sugars. Net carbs: Total carbs (18) minus fiber grams (2) equals 16 net carb grams.

Putting this into perspective: Many Keto/low-carb food plans allow just 15 carb grams per day, leaving very little room for other carbohydrates, like crackers.

Since I'd never made crackers, I decided to try my hand at making wheat-free, low-carb crackers to see if I could do better than commercial brands.

When baking these low-carb, wheat-free crackers, the ones in the center will need extra baking time to crisp up.- Courtesy of Don Mauer

My best take on a decent cracker recipe came from King Arthur Baking (kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/gluten-free-almond-flour-crackers-recipe). It's not the only almond flour, gluten-free cracker recipe out there, but King Arthur Baking is a reliable source for ingredients and recipes, so I went with theirs.

The first good thing: King Arthur's recipe had just four ingredients: almond flour, an egg, salt and pepper. King Arthur also offers other cracker versions of this basic recipe.

Lucky me, I had all those ingredients, plus some sesame seeds, already in my kitchen. The ingredients came together best by using my clean hands to mix the dough and form it into a ball.

The trickiest part is rolling out the dough. Placing the dough between two sheets of parchment paper made it easier because the dough didn't stick to it.

Using a ruler, I cut the rolled-out dough into 1-inch squares as the recipe suggested and only got 60 (the recipe said 120).

After carefully cutting and moving the cracker dough to a jelly roll pan, I baked them for the longer suggested time of 16 minutes. The ones around the edge seemed brown enough, but the rest weren't. Those in the center took four more minutes.

Here are the ingredients you'll need to make low-carb, wheat-free crackers.- Courtesy of Don Mauer

My crackers looked golden brown and, when cooled, were almost crisp. The best news: each cracker delivered just 0.6 carb grams (net 0.2). I can't wait to try different seeds, seasonings and cheese toppings to put my own spin on them.

Today, my column celebrates its 29th anniversary. I've written nearly 1,100 columns during that time. I truly love writing this column and sharing my recipes, and I feel very fortunate that you keep reading it. I'm looking forward to celebrating our 30th year together.

Don Mauer welcomes questions, comments and recipe makeover requests. Write to him at 1leanwizard@gmail.com.

Wheat-Free Sesame Seed Almond Flour Crackers

1 large whole egg

teaspoon salt

teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

1 cups finely ground blanched almond flour

Place the oven rack in the center position and heat the oven to 350 degrees.

In a medium-large bowl, whisk the egg, salt, pepper and sesame seeds together until completely combined. Add the almond flour and, using a rubber spatula, mix together until starting to come together. Using clean hands, mix and press together, until completely combined, into a ball.

Place the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper the size of the baking pan. With your hands, pat the dough out into a rough rectangle. Place another piece of the same size parchment paper over the dough. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Discard the top paper. Using a thin, sharp knife or a pizza wheel, cut the dough into roughly 1-inch squares. Transfer the cut crackers to the baking pan.

Bake the crackers for 16 minutes, until the crackers near the pan's edge are a light golden brown. Using a spatula, transfer those crackers to a cooling rack. Return the pan to the oven and bake for about 4 more minutes, or until the crackers are a light golden brown.

Transfer those remaining crackers to a cooling rack; cool completely. When cool, transfer to an airtight container.

Makes 60 crackers.

Nutrition values per cracker: 18 calories (69% from fat), 1.4 g fat (0.4 g saturated fat), 0.6 g carbohydrates (0.1 net carbs), 0.2 g sugars, 0.5 g fiber, 0.9 g protein, 4 mg cholesterol, 21 mg sodium.

Adapted from a King Arthur Baking Company recipe.

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Eating a hot dog takes 36 minutes off your 'healthy' life

A new study from the University of Michigan suggests that eating a hot dog can take 36 minutes off your healthy life. Researchers ranked more than 5,800 foods by how much they affect a persons healthiness.

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There are many strategies one can adopt when it comes to healthful eating. One of the best involves including something called "functional foods" in our daily meal plan.

Functional foods, also known as nutraceuticals, can help your body in numerous ways, including preventing cancer and reducing cholesterol.

All foods are functional in that they provide nutrition, but true functional foods are minimally processed foods that have a potentially positive effect on health beyond basic nutrition, such as foods fortified with vitamins, probiotics, fiber and minerals.

The concept of functional foods originated in Japan in the 1980s, when the Japanese government created a list of foods that offer health benefits greater than simply providing nutrition.

To truly benefit you, these foods must be consumed on a regular basis in conjunction with an overall healthful diet.

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Here are some examples of functional foods:

Unsalted Nuts: These provide a crunchy, delicious snack, fill up your bellyand are a great source of magnesium, which can help lower blood pressure.

Whole grains: Whole barley, farro and buckwheat offer a variety of health benefits, including dietary fiber. And oatmeal, with its beta glucan, has been shown to reduce inflammation, enhance immune function and improve heart health.

Beans: A good source of dietary fiber and potassium, folate and protein, beans are an excellent functional food. If you select canned beans, either buy the no salt added brands or make sure to rinse and drain your beans before eating them.

Fish: Fatty fish, such as salmon, herring, trout and sardines, are some of the best functional foods you can choose, offering higher amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower the risk of heart disease and improve the health of infants when mothers consume them while pregnant and breastfeeding. About 8ounces of seafood weekly is recommended for adults.

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Berries: Delicious and refreshing, berries are an excellent source of functional foods. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and cranberries provide anthocyanin pigments that provide numerous health benefits and they are low in calories.Fresh berries are always best, but canned are better than none at all.

If you want to keep your family healthier, focus on planning your daily menus with a variety of functional foods and be sure to prepare them in a healthy manner, avoiding fats and excess carbohydrates.

Renee Slabicis a registered dietitian at Saint Vincent Hospital.

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If you follow Masaba Gupta on social media, you already know that she is a fitness enthusiast who adheres to a strict diet. She is also an inspiration for many people to live a healthy and fit lifestyle. However, in recent times, Masaba has been indulging in all kinds of yummy delicacies like chocolate cupcakes and pyaaz kachoris on her vacation with friends and her Instagram stories are a proof of that! But as the trip comes to an end, Masaba is back in action with her detox diet. Recently, posting on Instagram, Masaba Gupta shared her detox salad bowl, which consisted of lettuce, different types of seeds, pomegranate and muesli. In her story, she wrote "Detoxing Day 3." Take a look:

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In her next story, she shared more about her detox diet and shared a photo of a glass full of celery juice and a bottle of collagen.

Well, if this detox diet by Masaba Gupta has motivated you to stay healthy and eat healthily, then fret not, as here we bring you some yummy detox drinks that you can include in your everyday diet.

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Oranges are antioxidant and vitamin C powerhouses. Carrots are high in beta-carotene and fibre, which can help with weight loss and digestion. Ginger is an anti-inflammatory spice that has long been used as a home cure for digestion, bloating and stomach cramps.

Detox with the goodness of pomegranate and beets is revered in Ayurveda for its numerous cleansing and detoxifying properties. The fresh aloe vera gel in the juice boosts your immune system even more.

A drink of lemonade doesn't need an excuse to be enjoyed. This is the refreshing drink that keeps you hydrated as well.

This drink has long been used to cure sore throats and colds, and it's spiced with a bit of ginger, honey, and lemon. However, the combination has more advantages than you might think.

This delicious drink requires only three ingredients and will cleanse the toxins from your liver and intestinal tract, leaving you feeling revitalised.

Try out these yummy detox drinks, and let us know which one you liked the best.

Note: Please consult your doctor or nutritionist before adding anything new to your diet.

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Superfruits Are Super Good in a Balanced and Healthy Diet

By Dr. Molly Casey

It seems there are endless ideologies with regard to food and diets. I don't know how it's possible, but new ones come out of the woodwork as often as time keeps moving. As mentioned previously in other articles, my approach is to look at the basics and apply what seems to be pertinent to your path along the way. I wrote about superfoods last month and, particularly, the role of vegetables and super greens.

This month let's review the superfoods and look at superfruits.

Fruits, like vegetables, are full of vitamins and minerals. Many fruits are too full of antioxidants.

Vitamins are organic substances found in very small amounts in natural food. The body requires vitamins for proper development and optimal functioning.

Minerals are inorganic elements found in the earth and food, again in very small amounts, that help the body develop, grow, and promote optimal functioning.

Antioxidants are compounds that slow the process that produces free radicals and other reactions that can damage cells of the body.

Free radicals are molecules with an odd number of electrons and are necessary for certain processes in the body; however, when present in too high numbers, free radicals cause damage and are linked to many disease processes. Consistently ingesting good quality antioxidants is a wise idea.

Fruits provide good quality carbohydrates that are high in fiber and low in calories. Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose and used for energy in the body's cells, tissues, muscles and organs. Fiber is a complex carbohydrate and takes longer for the breakdown to occur, which helps keep blood sugar levels from spiking and helps people feel full for longer. Fiber also helps with waste elimination and healthy bowel movements.

Superfoods are nutrient-dense foods packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Fruits have gotten a bad wrap over the years because they mainly provide carbohydrate fuel that breaks down into glucose, aka sugar. Food is neutral. It's neither good nor bad. What the food is used for and how much is ingested is either helpful or not helpful.

Carbohydrates are part of what the body runs on, including the brain. So let's lighten up, carbs are not bad. It is, however, wise to look at quality and look to gain the biggest bang for your buck -- the most vitamins, nutrients, minerals, antioxidants for the fewest calories. Below are three very strong superfruits; they can easily be sneaked into your daily life by adding them to a smoothie of vegetables, taking them as a fresh handful snack, or let them be your dessert at night.

Blueberries - These have very high levels of antioxidants. They are quite low in calories and contain good amounts of fiber, Vitamin C and Vitamin K. Vitamin C is used in making blood vessels, muscle, cartilage, and collagen in bones. Vitamin K is required for blood clotting and wound healing.

Acai - These berries look similar to blueberries and are the fruit of a specific type of palm tree. They are full of antioxidants that are thought to help with detoxification and have anti-inflammatory effects largely through the high levels of antioxidants, anthocyanins. Anthocyanins have also been shown to enhance memory and improve memory and brain health.

Pomegranates - This unique fruit is full of polyphenols, which are a powerful antioxidant. Polyphenols help with the health of blood vessels by keeping them flexible and promoting good circulation. They also help decrease chronic inflammation. There are three times the amount of polyphenols in pomegranates than there are in green tea. It's jammed-packed with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and carotenoids. Perhaps the easiest way to consume the benefits of pomegranates is through the juice, either by itself or the base for a smoothie.

When it comes to feeding your body to meet your agenda, it's easy to get caught up in dogma and ruts. Look at the basics and choose variety. Make different choices that support your health and health journey; let superfruits be a part of that journey and add a little sweetness into your life.

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Close to one million Britons are living with dementia. The Alzheimers Society suggests preventing the onset of dementia through lifestyle choices could save tens of thousands of lives. Diet is a key factor in staving off brain decline. So what foods should you be eating to reduce your risk of dementia?

More than 800,000 people in the UK have dementia, and the Alzheimers Society predicts 209,600 more will be diagnosed with the condition this year.

That equates to one person being diagnosed with the life-changing condition every three minutes.

At present, there is no cure for dementia, however research is helping us to better understand what might cause it, and how you can lower your risk of developing the condition.

The biggest risk factor for dementia is age. One in six people over the age of 80 has the condition, while only 42,000 people under the age of 65 have dementia in the UK.

However, your lifestyle choices can have a huge impact on your risk of developing the condition, including your diet, and how active you are.

One staple food in particular should be limited to less than one tablespoon every day, in order to curb your risk of developing dementia, but what is it?

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Keep in mind that there is no cure for dementia, and while dietary approaches can reduce your risk, theres no guarantee on turning back the clock on symptoms once they start.

However, the MIND diet - which combines aspects from the Mediterranean diet and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet - has been shown to slow age-related brain decline.

This diet focuses on eating natural, plant-based and unprocessed foods, while reducing your salt intake.

And according to the MIND diet, eating no more than a tablespoon of butter or margarine every day could slash your risk of developing dementia.

According to the diet plan, these are the foods you should eat regularly for healthy brain and heart function:

There are many different types of dementia, and people can even have two different types of dementia at once.

Alzheimers disease is the most common form of dementia. Other types of dementia include vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies and Frontotemporal dementia.

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