"The study found that those who ate at least one egg per day at least five days per week reduced their chances of developing Alzheimer's by up to 27%. Consuming at least one egg two to four times a week saw Alzheimer's risk go down 20%. And even occasional egg consumption-such as one to three times per month-made an impact, as it was linked to a 17% reduction in Alzheimer's risk."
""Compared to never eating eggs, eating at least five eggs per week can decrease risk of Alzheimer's," Dr. Joan Sabaté, a professor at Loma Linda University School of Public Health and the study's principal investigator, said per Science Daily."
"Sabaté explained that eggs are essential for brain health for a number of reasons. First, they contain choline, which is important because it allows the body to produce acetylcholine and phosphatidylcholine, compounds that contribute to memory and communication between brain cells. Eggs also contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which have shown links to cognitive performance and lower levels of oxidative stress."
"Likewise, omega-3 fatty acids, mostly found in egg yolks, are key to maintaining neurotransmitter receptor function. Vitamin B12, also found in egg yolks, "plays a multifaceted role in brain function," acc"
Many common American breakfast foods are not optimal for health. Research following 39,498 participants for 15-plus years found that regular egg consumption is associated with a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Eating at least one egg per day at least five days per week reduced Alzheimer’s risk by up to 27%. Eating one egg two to four times per week reduced risk by about 20%, and eating eggs one to three times per month reduced risk by about 17%. Eggs may support brain health through choline, lutein and zeaxanthin, omega-3 fatty acids in yolks, and vitamin B12, which support memory, cognitive performance, oxidative stress reduction, neurotransmitter receptor function, and brain function.
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