Frontiers in Nutrition
Effects of peanut consumption on task-related brain activation, cognition and neuroinflammation in older adults with memory complaints: a randomized controlled trial
Objective Peanuts are rich in unsaturated fats, antioxidants like polyphenols, and other bioactive compounds that may reduce neuroinflammation and support cognitive health. Although limited evidence suggests potential cognitive benefits of peanut intake, none have explored these effects in older adults at risk for cognitive decline or assessed brain activity using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). This study explored the effects of daily peanut consumption on task-related brain activation, cognition, an …