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Goa Sudharop Annual Awards on November 20, 2006 @ Mandovi Hotel @ 4:30pm
Chief Guest: Dr. Asha Vishwanath Sawardekar
A series of essays as a tribute to Goan Seniors can be found at:
http://www.goanet.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=524
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The following is a synopsis of what appeared in the lay press. If this is good
information for Americans, it is good for Goans. Several
studies have reported the effect of diet on brain performance especially as
humans age. Goans may correlate these SCIENTIFIC findings with mauxi's kani.
1. Eat fish at least once a week. Research at Chicago's Rush-Presbyterian-St.
Lukes Medical Center report that Omega-3 cuts the odds of Alzheimer by 60%.
2. Consume fruits and vegetables - at least three times a week. This reduces
the risk of Alzheimer by 75% according to research at Vanderbilt University.
Research at Tufts, report daily serving of strawberries, blue berries or
spinach prevents and reverses brain aging in animals.
3. Green Tea at least 2 cups a day reduces the risk of cognitive impairment in
older folks by 54%. The secret of green tea lies in the fact it is rich in
catechin polyphenols. The most important of these being epigallocatechin
gallate (EGCG). It has been shown that EGCG is a powerful anti-oxidant. Three
cups of Green tea is suggested per day. Women who are pregnant or breast
feeding should not drink green tea in large amounts.
4. Eat Spices. A Singapore study reports Curcumin, an antioxidant, improves
memory in animals and reduces a brain toxin that is linked to Alzheimer.
5. Reduce intake of animal fat and calories. Swedish studies correlate
increase saturated animal fat intake in mid-life and higher risks of dementia
and Alzheimer.
Many would consider the above as reinforcing a good 'sodanchem' Goan diet
(except for green tea).
Regards, GL
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