British researchers have uncovered a surprising link between eating apples and potentially reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease. A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease suggests compounds found in apples may protect brain cells from damage.
The research, conducted at the University of Reading, focused on quercetin, a flavonoid—a type of antioxidant—abundant in apple skin. Scientists found quercetin significantly reduced the formation of amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's, in laboratory tests.
Early data indicates that regular apple consumption could be a simple, accessible way to support cognitive health as we age. While more research is needed, this discovery offers a glimmer of hope in the fight against this devastating neurodegenerative disease, affecting over 55 million people worldwide.
