New Research Suggests Cooking from Scratch May Lower Dementia Risk in Seniors A groundbreaking study has found that cooking meals from scratch at home may significantly reduce the risk of dementia in older adults. As people age, their diets often become less nutritious, with many relying on convenient but often processed foods like frozen meals and microwave dinners. This shift towards processed foods can have serious consequences, including a higher risk of cognitive decline and dementia. The study's findings suggest that cooking from scratch, which typically involves using fresh, whole ingredients, may be a simple yet effective way to mitigate this risk and promote healthy aging.
Cooking from scratch at home could slash the risk of dementia in older people, a study has suggested. Elderly people can become increasingly reliant on frozen food and microwave meals rather than ...
