Researchers find link between choline and lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease
July 2
Researchers at Arizona State University (ASU) have found choline, an essential nutrient, in combination with exercise can lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Choline is commonly found in foods like eggs, broccoli, beans and meat. It is a necessary element for brain health as it produces a neurotransmitter that is key in memory, muscle control and mood.
The research done by ASU also found that 90% of Americans do not get enough choline. A recommended amount for men is 550 milligrams and for women, it is 425 milligrams.
Dr. Ramón Velazquez, a neuroscientist at ASU’s Neurodegenerative Disease Research Center, joined “Arizona Horizon” to discuss the link between choline and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
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