What are flavonoids and what foods are they in? Study suggests they lower risk of dementia

Flavonoid-high foods such as berries, leafy greens and citrus fruits have a plethora of health benefits

Increasing the intake of flavonoid-rich foods and drinks could help reduce the risk of developing dementia. Picture: Alamy/PA

New research suggests that people who consume foods rich in flavonoids, such as berries and dark chocolate, could lower their risk of dementia.

The study, which was published in JAMA Network Open, found that increasing the intake of flavonoid-rich foods and drinks could help reduce the risk of developing the cognitive condition by 28%.