Doctors reveal the worst foods for your brain

7. Foods high in sodium

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A little salt goes a long way. Too much salt is a problem. People on a high-sodium diet are at increased risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study of laboratory mice. This can happen even if there is no correlative increase in blood pressure.

Avoid packaged foods high in sodium and only salt your food when cooking at home. Use other spices to flavor foods and improve their well-being.

following: It's bad for more than your teeth.