Prospective observational studies on nutrition intake and the incidence of cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

According to several studies, a specific dietary pattern can reduce the risk of dementia and cognitive impairment. However, the robustness of these results has not been tested. The study intends to investigate the association between nutrition intake and cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults (≥45-years) and provide reliable, evidence-based references for healthcare decision-makers, researchers, and policymakers.

Review question

Are the dietary characteristics of community-dwelling adults (≥45-years) associated with the occurrence of cognitive impairment?

Objectives

The primary objective of this protocol is to synthesize the longitudinal observational evidence on the relationship between nutrition intake patterns and the incidence of cogniti

SUBMITTER: Jiang H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10309612 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature