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Do processed meats impact brain health? When you see articles like this, it's really important to dive into the study and consider the type of participants and how the study was conducted. This article looks at an observational study that used self-reported data. There are definitely other limitations to consider, but the takeaway here isn’t any different than what I already encourage.

Eat a variety of foods, lots of plants, and enjoy your 🌭 hot dogs and bacon 🥓 in moderation.

Thank you Brian Mastroianni for asking me to contribute my thoughts!

Bacon Lovers, Beware: Study Finds Eating Lots of Processed Red Meat Could Increase Dementia Risk New research suggests that eating more processed red meats—including sausage, bacon, and bologna—is linked to a greater risk of developing dementia. Experts explain the finding and recommended some healthier swaps for red-meat eaters.