There are seemingly some foods that you should avoid for better brain function

Neurologists have revealed the three foods that are ‘worst for brain health’ and could lead to dementia.

Though there is conflicting research and evidence over how our diets are linked to developing dementia, it’s widely accepted that following a Mediterranean diet gives you a good chance of ensuring a healthy lifestyle, which can, in turn, benefit brain function.

Alzheimer’s Society explains: “For most people, following the Mediterranean diet is a good way to ensure a healthy diet, which may be important for maintaining good brain function.

“One of the reasons that the Mediterranean diet is thought to be beneficial is that it is high in antioxidants from fruits and vegetables. These may help to protect against some of the damage to brain cells associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Research has suggested that this may be beneficial to help maintain memory and thinking skills.”

They continued to explain that a recent study suggests that sticking to a Mediterranean diet could reduce dementia risk by up to 23 per cent.

Apart from following a diet rich in oily fish, wholegrains and fruit and vegetables, some other foods should be avoided, according to experts.

Fizzy drinks

Neurologist Dr Shaheen Lakhan told HuffPost that because of the high sugar content in fizzy drinks, soda can be among the worst foods.

“Soda is one of the worst foods for brain health due to the high concentration of simple sugars, which damage the blood vessels supplying the brain,” he said.