Current research shows that there is an independent association between homocysteine levels and the risk of developing dementia. A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has unveiled evidence that a folate deficiency may precede diseases such as Alzheimers and Vascular Dementia. “Folate among other vitamins helps to keep homocysteine at a safe level. It is predominantly found in green leafy vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, cabbage, and kale” says Urbod Nutritionist Amanda Michie who works in the City.
Although the studies linking elevated homocysteine, low folate and early onset dementia are predominantly population-based, the evidence strongly suggests that a lack of folate in the diet can lead to an elevated homocysteine level which is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease and most likely, early onset dementia.
Although the studies linking elevated homocysteine, low folate and early onset dementia are predominantly population-based, the evidence strongly suggests that a lack of folate in the diet can lead to an elevated homocysteine level which is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease and most likely, early onset dementia.
