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What foods are good for the brain?

While the story focuses on early sugar intake, a brain-healthy diet generally includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. These provide antioxidants and essential nutrients that support cognitive function and may help protect against age-related decline. Limiting highly processed foods and unhealthy fats is also key.

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Limiting sugar before age two may cut dementia risk

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What are antioxidants? Are all fats bad? What are whole grains?

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