flavonoids reduce dementia risk 28%

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flavonoids

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Flavonoid-rich foods and drinks may cut risk of dementia, study finds

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The number of people living with the disease globally is forecast to nearly triple to 153 million by 2050 .

Age and genetics remain the biggest risk factors, but experts say almost half of cases could be prevented or delayed.

Research led by Queen’s University Belfast suggests that increasing the intake of flavonoid-rich foods and drinks could help reduce the risk of dementia by more than a quarter .

Academics said flavonoids, primarily found in plant-based foods, have a range of health benefits, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

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