Dementia risk rises with common food type millions eat every day, study suggests
A new study from Australia links ultraprocessed food consumption to lower attention scores and higher dementia risk, even among those who follow otherwise healthy diets.
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Health Dementia risk rises with common food type millions eat every day, study suggests Even a 10% increase in ultraprocessed food intake tied to cognitive effects By Angelica Stabile Fox News Published April 28, 2026 5:08pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video How to lower your Alzheimer’s risk, according to Dr. Daniel Amen The acclaimed psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist explains how everyday choices — from diet and exercise to blood flow — can either protect or accelerate cognitive decline. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! It’s well-known that ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are not good for overall health — but new research has uncovered further evidence that this diet could negatively impact the brain.
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