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Curry consumption and cognitive function in the elderly.

Tze-Pin Ng1, Peak-Chiang Chiam, Theresa Lee

  • 1Department of Psychological Medicine, National University of Singapore, Republic of Singapore. pcmngtp@nus.edu.sg

American Journal of Epidemiology
|July 28, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Regular curry consumption may benefit cognitive function in elderly Asians. This study found higher Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) scores in those who ate curry occasionally or often compared to those who rarely or never consumed it.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Nutritional Epidemiology
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Curcumin, found in turmeric and curry, exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Experimental studies suggest curcumin may reduce beta-amyloid and plaque burden.
  • Epidemiological evidence linking curry consumption to cognitive function is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between curry consumption frequency and cognitive function in elderly Asians.
  • To assess cognitive performance using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) in relation to dietary habits.

Main Methods:

  • A population-based cohort of 1,010 non-demented Asian subjects (aged 60-93 years) was analyzed.
  • Participants were categorized based on their usual curry consumption levels (never/rarely, occasionally, often/very often).

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  • MMSE scores were compared across consumption groups, controlling for sociodemographic, health, and behavioral factors.

    • Main Results:

    • Subjects consuming curry occasionally or often/very often demonstrated significantly higher MMSE scores.
    • This association suggests a potential positive impact of curry consumption on cognitive performance.
    • The findings provide tentative evidence for improved cognition with regular curry intake.

    Conclusions:

    • Curry consumption may be associated with better cognitive function in non-demented elderly Asians.
    • Further research is warranted to confirm these findings and elucidate the underlying mechanisms.
    • Dietary interventions involving curry or its components like curcumin could be explored for cognitive health support.