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Relationship between dietary pattern and cognitive function in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Mari Enomoto1, Hidenori Yoshii2, Tomoya Mita3
1Department of Medicine, Diabetology and Endocrinology, Juntendo Tokyo Koto Geriatric Medical Centre, Tokyo, Japan.
The Journal of International Medical Research
|May 23, 2015
Summary
Eating more vegetables and fish is linked to better cognitive function and less mild dementia in older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This dietary pattern may support brain health in this population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nutritional Science
- Diabetology
Background:
- Cognitive decline is a significant concern in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
- Dietary habits are modifiable factors that may influence cognitive function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between dietary patterns and cognitive function in elderly individuals diagnosed with T2DM.
- To identify specific dietary components that may protect against cognitive impairment in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 73 elderly patients with T2DM completed a 3-day dietary record.
- Cognitive function was assessed using the Mini-mental State Examination (MMSE).
- Factor analysis was employed to identify distinct dietary patterns.
Main Results:
- Five distinct dietary patterns were identified among the participants.
- A pattern rich in vegetables and fish consumption was significantly associated with higher MMSE scores.
- This vegetable and fish-rich dietary pattern also correlated with a reduced prevalence of suspected mild dementia.
Conclusions:
- A dietary pattern characterized by high intake of vegetables and fish is linked to better cognitive function in elderly T2DM patients.
- This dietary approach may play a protective role against cognitive decline and mild dementia in this vulnerable population.
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