High intake of ultra-processed food is associated with dementia in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Poor cardiometabolic health is associated with dementia. Considering previous meta-analyses have confirmed associations between ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and cardiometabolic disease, we were interested in the contribution of UPF consumption to the risk of developing dementia.

Methods

We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of all records registered on Ovid Medline and Web of Science from inception until December 2022 [PROSPERO (CRD42023388363)]. Studies that assessed UPF consumption in adults, determined according to NOVA, and that reported dementia (Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia and mild cognitive impairment) determined by clearly stated diagnostic criteria (including formal assessment of dementia or use of diagnostic codes) were i

SUBMITTER: Henney AE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10770002 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature