That is, however, something you may want to start doing considering the fact that eating foods that are rich in antioxidants may help to prevent dementia, according to a new study.

"I am not surprised by the findings, as people who eat more antioxidants are healthier overall," Lisa Young, PhD, RDN, author of Finally Full, Finally Slim, nutritionist in private practice, and adjunct professor at NYU, tells Eat This, Not That!.

In this case, Young explains that "antioxidants help protect the brain from oxidative stress, which may cause damage to the cells and ultimately cognitive decline.".