topicCocoa Cognitive Performance Meta-Analysis
claimAlthough with a lesser degree of evidence than established dementia risk factors such as low education, visual impairment, diabetes, hypertension or social isolation, evidence is accumulating on the relationship between dietary factors and cognitive functioning [].
evidence level2
citationRos Emilio (2026)
sourceAre avocados good for the brain? Most likely yes, in spite of their lack of effect on cognitive performance in a well-conducted 6-month randomized controlled trial
topicCocoa Cognitive Performance Meta-Analysis
claimCohort studies suggest that consumption of healthy foods and adherence to plant-based dietary patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet, are associated with reduced risk of cognitive disorders [,,].
evidence level2
citationRos Emilio (2026)
sourceAre avocados good for the brain? Most likely yes, in spite of their lack of effect on cognitive performance in a well-conducted 6-month randomized controlled trial
topicCocoa Cognitive Performance Meta-Analysis
claimMediterranean-type dietary patterns are reputed as both heart-healthy and environmentally sustainable []; additionally, evidence from prospective studies suggest a favorable association with cognitive decline, but no clear link with all-cause dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, the most frequent cause of dementia [,,].
evidence level2
citationRos Emilio (2026)
sourceAre avocados good for the brain? Most likely yes, in spite of their lack of effect on cognitive performance in a well-conducted 6-month randomized controlled trial
topicCocoa Cognitive Performance Meta-Analysis
claim1 [2] [3] [4] 5 2 3 6 As population ages, cognitive decline and dementia are becoming leading causes of disability worldwide.
evidence level2
citationRos Emilio (2026)
sourceAre avocados good for the brain? Most likely yes, in spite of their lack of effect on cognitive performance in a well-conducted 6-month randomized controlled trial
topicCocoa Cognitive Performance Meta-Analysis
claimThe number of individuals affected by dementia and cognitive decline is progressively increasing, becoming a serious global health challenge.
evidence level4
citationSbai O (2026)
sourceThe Role of Polyphenols on Cognitive Function and Dementia Through Gut-Microbiota-Brain Axis Modulation: A Narrative Review.
topicCocoa Cognitive Performance Meta-Analysis
claimSeveral investigations underline the role of nutrition and dietary habits as a preventive strategy.
evidence level4
citationSbai O (2026)
sourceThe Role of Polyphenols on Cognitive Function and Dementia Through Gut-Microbiota-Brain Axis Modulation: A Narrative Review.