A recent study, cited by USA Today, indicates that older Black adults who incorporate more whole grains into their diet may experience a slower decline in memory as they age. Researchers from the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago found that older Black residents who consume higher daily servings of whole grains exhibit lower levels of memory decline. This association is equivalent to having a mental age over eight years younger than those who consume smaller amounts of whole grains. The study, published in the American Academy of Neurology medical journal, suggests a correlation but does not provide causal evidence regarding the benefits of whole grains.

The study’s findings underscore the need for further research into the effects of whole grai...