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Title: Fruits, vegetables and their components and mild cognitive impairment and dementia: A review

Author
item DUNHAM, ASHLEY - Tufts University
item JOHNSON, ELIZABETH - Jean Mayer Human Nutrition Research Center On Aging At Tufts University

Submitted to: Food Reviews International
Publication Type: Review Article
Publication Acceptance Date: 7/11/2013
Publication Date: 8/26/2013
Citation: Dunham, A., Johnson, E.J. 2013. Fruits, vegetables and their components and mild cognitive impairment and dementia: A review. Food Reviews International. 29(4):409-440.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: The aim of this review is to evaluate the current literature on the role of fruit and vegetable (F&V) consumption and their components in the prevention of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia. The components investigated include vitamins C and E, carotenoids, polyphenols, and B-vitamins. There is little research evaluating F+V intake and MCI. Studies find inconsistent relationships between F&V and their components and cognitive decline and dementia. Inconsistencies throughout the research on F+V and their components do not allow for strong conclusions to be made at this time regarding their influence on cognitive function. However, F&V should still be considered an important component of a healthy diet.