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Adherence to a Mediterranean diet, cognitive decline, and risk of dementia.
JAMA - 12 Aug 2009
Féart Catherine, Samieri Cécilia, Rondeau Virginie, Amieva Hélène, Portet Florence, Dartigues Jean-François, Scarmeas Nikolaos, Barberger-Gateau Pascale
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CONTEXT: Higher adherence to a Mediterranean-type diet is linked to lower risk for mortality and chronic diseases, but its association with cognitive decline is unclear. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the association of a Mediterranean diet with change in cognitive performance and risk for dementia in elderly French persons. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS: Prospective cohort study of 1410 adults (> or = 65 years)...
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