Is it true that drinking juice can reduce the chance of Alzheimers?

A recent study published in the American Journal of Medicine found that people who three or more servings of fruit and vegetable juices per week have a 76% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease than those who drink juice less than once per week.

The study, conducted by Vanderbilt University Medical Center, identified 1,836 dementia-free subjects and collected information on their dietary consumption of fruit and vegetable juices. They then assessed cognitive function every two years for up to 10 years.

After controlling for possible confounding factors like smoking, education, physical activity and fat intake, the researchers found that those who reported drinking juices three or more times per week were 76% less likely to develop signs of Alzheimer's disease than those who drank less than one serving per week.

The researchers believe the benefit comes from antioxidant chemicals, known as polyphenols. Polyphenols are non-vitamin antioxidants common in the diet and particularly abundant in teas, juices and wines. Most polyphenols exist primarily in the skins and peels of fruits and vegetables.

Other studies on animals have shown that polyphenols extend maximum lifespan by 59% and delay age-dependent decay of brain function.

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Is it true that drinking juice can reduce the chance of Alzheimers?