Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Traditional Asian dietary practices, including the consumption of ulam, probiotics from fermented foods, and herbs like curcumin and green tea, reduce dementia risk through anti-inflammatory and gut-brain axis mechanisms.
Incorporate more fermented foods (yogurt, kimchi, miso), herbs like turmeric and green tea, and leafy vegetables into your diet. These support gut health and reduce inflammation, which benefits brain health.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
Traditional diets in Asia, including the high consumption of fruits, vegetables, and fish, and the use of herbs and spices like turmeric (rich in curcumin), have been linked to lower dementia risk
Why this rating
Based on RCTs and observational studies, but some have small sample sizes.
Source
Lifestyle interventions for dementia risk reduction: A review on the role of physical activity and diet in Western and Asian Countries
Amelia Nur Vidyanti et al. · The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer s Disease · 2025
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