Consuminghigher amounts of red meat, especially processed varieties such as bacon, sausage, and bologna, may increase the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, according to a new study published in the journal Neurology.

Dementia cases in the U.S. are expected to double by 2060, and poor diet is considered a risk factor. A new study found that eating processed red meat is associated with a 13% higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline.

In a study published in the journal Neurology, Dr. Daniel Wang, an assistant professor of medicine at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, and his team report that people who eat more processed red meat had a 14% higher risk of developing dementia over more than four decades that those who consumed minimal amounts.

Eating greater amounts of red meat -- especially processed bacon, sausage and bologna -- increases the likelihood of cognitive decline and dementia, a new study suggests.

People who eat more processed red meat have a greater risk of developing cognitive decline and dementia than those who eat very little red meat, a new study has found.

Eating red meat, especially processed types like bacon or hot dogs, may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new study by researchers from Mass Ge

Processed red meats like hot dogs, bologna, and bacon may be especially risky for long-term brain health, a new study shows.

Higher intake of red meat, especially processed red meat, is associated with an increased risk for developing dementia and subjective cognitive decline (SCD), according to a study published online Jan.

Eating greater amounts of red meat -- especially processed bacon, sausage and bologna -- increases the likelihood of cognitive decline and dementia, a new study suggests.