Estimated Phytate Intake Is Associated with Improved Cognitive Function in the Elderly, NHANES 2013–2014

Phytate, an antioxidant, may improve cognition by inhibiting iron catalyzed hydroxyl radical formation. Particularly in the elderly, this provides a potential dietary approach for mitigating age-related brain neuronal dysfunction and loss. In this study, we investigated the relationship between phyt...

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Main Authors: Doreen Y Larvie, Seth M Armah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Antioxidants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/7/1104