The Claim
A higher ratio of processed meat to total meat intake is associated with a 14% increased risk of dementia in older adults, regardless of APOE genotype.
What the research says
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Older adults who eat a higher proportion of processed meat compared to all meat have a 14% higher risk of developing dementia, no matter their genetic background.
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A higher ratio of processed meat to total meat intake is associated with a 14% increased risk of dementia in older adults, regardless of APOE genotype, indicating that the type of meat consumed may be more important than total quantity for dementia risk.
Eating more processed meat introduces chemicals like nitrites and advanced glycation end products into the body, which trigger inflammation in the brain and damage nerve cells over time, leading to cognitive decline.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Meat Consumption and Cognitive Health by APOE Genotype
This study found that older adults who ate more processed meats like bacon compared to other meats had a slightly higher risk of dementia, no matter their genes — which is exactly what the claim says.
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