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Study: Fruits and vegetables contribute to lower risk of memory loss in men

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Saturday, November 24, 2018
Study: Fruits and vegetables contribute to lower risk of memory loss in men

Here's another reason to add fruits and vegetables to your grocery list.

A new study published by the American Academy of Neurology shows that orange and red vegetables, berry fruits, orange juice, and leafy greens all contribute to a lower risk of memory loss among men.

The study says men who consumed the most vegetables were 34-percent less likely to develop poor thinking skills as they age.

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