Blueberries for brainpower: A systematic review and meta-analysis with Bayesian post hoc analysis of RCTS exploring cognitive function in the elderly with prior cognitive decline
Study Details
This new meta-analysis compiled data from 9 studies (513 participants) to establish the effects of chronic blueberry consumption on cognitive function in elderly individuals 📚
Specifically in those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and subjective cognitive decline 🧠
Here are the key findings ⬇️
Key Findings
Blueberry intake showed a statistically significant improvement in…
🧠 Episodic memory
🗣️ Language memory (in MCI only)
No other improvements were seen across cognitive function domains (e.g. visuospatial learning, working memory etc) 🔍
Conclusion
Regularly blueberry intake throughout life and notably during older life can support specific areas of cognitive function 🧠
Blueberries are a natural nootropic ✅
Reference
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40856863/
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