Exploring associations between nutritional intake and cognitive performance in Spanish older adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As populations age globally, identifying modifiable dietary factors to support cognitive health has become a pressing research and public health priority. While specific nutrients have been linked to cognitive outcomes, few studies have explored the associations between habitual food group consumption on specific cognitive domains using standardized screening tools.

Methods

To investigate associations between dietary habits, relate to distinct cognitive domains in older adults by analyzing the food consumption in relation to memory, verbal fluency, and global mental status. Spearman correlation coefficients were employed to evaluate associations.

Results

Several nutrient-dense foods, such as nuts, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), dark chocolate, and eggs, wer

SUBMITTER: Lopez de Coca T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12695553 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature