List of Supportive Food that may help specific diseases.
Alzheimer’s
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11% of people age 65+ |
Foods commonly highlighted in the MIND/Mediterranean patterns: green leafy vegetables, berries, beans, nuts, whole grains, fish, and olive oil. |
Cancer – see here for an expanded list of foods.
Dementia
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9.1% of people age 65+ 1 in 11) |
Food commonly emphasized in healthier brain-supportive patterns: fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, beans, nuts, fish, and olive oil. |
Depression
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4% of the population worldwide |
Food commonly associated with healthier dietary patterns for mood: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, olive oil, and fatty fish rich in omega-3s. |
Diabetes
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11.1% of adults age 20–79 worldwide |
Foods commonly recommended in diabetes-friendly eating patterns: whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts. |
Menopause
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80% of women experience symptoms |
Food often recommended around menopause: calcium- and vitamin D-rich foods such as dairy, canned sardines/salmon, green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals/bread, plus soya beans, tofu, lentils, and chickpeas for isoflavones. |
Parkinson’s
|
1% of people over age 60 |
Foods commonly emphasized in supportive dietary patterns: vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy fats, oily fish, dark leafy greens, and nuts. |
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