Relationship between physical activity, cognitive function, fruit and vegetable

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This study investigated the interrelationships between fruit and vegetable consumption (FVC), body mass index, physical activity and cognitive functioning in younger and older adults.

Higher physical activity levels were associated with better cognitive functioning in younger and older adults. Also, higher daily FVC and education levels were associated with better cognitive scores.

Reference

Cohen A, et al., Physical activity mediates the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and cognitive functioning: A cross-sectional analysis. Journal of Public Health, 01/17/2017

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