- Aging typically affects the brain and a person’s cognition.
- Certain foods and spices are known to have “brain-boosting” powers.
- Researchers from Tohoku University have found that the spice wasabi — or Japanese horseradish — may help improve certain areas of cognitive function in older adults.
As we age, several things
Common symptoms of aging-related
Previous research shows many
Certain foods have also been shown to have “brain-boosting” powers, such as berries, oily fish, eggs, and kale. Some
Now, researchers from Tohoku University in Japan have found the spice wasabi — traditionally served as a condiment in Japanese cuisine — may help improve certain areas of cognitive function in older adults.
The study was recently published in the journal Nutrients.
Wasabi — also known as Japanese horseradish — is a plant native to Japan and certain parts of Russia and Korea.
It is a member of the
Wasabi is a rhizome, meaning it grows underground and the root is used. Traditionally the wasabi root is grated to form a fresh paste. Freshly grated wasabi is aromatic and slightly spicy, similar to horseradish or hot mustard.
Researchers have investigated the potential benefits of wasabi in cell culture, animal models, and in people. Some of this past research shows wasabi could have several health benefits, including:
For this study, researchers recruited 72 Japanese adults between…
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