52-Year Study Links Eating Eggs to Better Memory in Women

The link between eating eggs and improved long-term memory and executive functioning is good news for women.

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The latest tool in the fight against cognitive decline might be sitting in your refrigerator.

New research suggests that regularly eating eggs could be a simple yet effective way for women to maintain mental sharpness as they age.

The Sunny Side of Eggs

About two-thirds of Americans experience some degree of cognitive impairment by age 70. However, a recent study published in the journal Nutrients suggested that eating eggs may be a simple way to reduce our risk. The researchers found a link between egg consumption and improved semantic memory and executive functioning, particularly in female participants.