Study Links Lower Vitamin C Levels to Reduced Brain Volume in Older Adults
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A study of over 2,000 older adults in Japan found that lower vitamin C levels in the blood were linked to reduced gray matter volume and weaker neural connectivity in the brain. The research suggests a potential connection between vitamin C intake and brain health as people age, highlighting the importance of nutrition for cognitive preservation.
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Lower vitamin C levels were linked to reduced brain volume and weaker neural connectivity in older adults, suggesting a potential connection between nutrition and brain health.
Researchers analyzing brain scans and blood samples from more than 2,000 older adults found that lower vitamin C levels were linked to differences in brain structure and connectivity.
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