Certain foods are bad for the brain and should be avoided to minimize the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

According to Lenta.ru, German experts argue that it is necessary to exclude baked goods, sweets and soda from the diet, since they cause inflammation in the brain and damage nerve cells.

Researchers at the University of South Australia believe that spicy foods are also dangerous for the brain, as they contain capsaicin, which reduces mental capacity and memory.

Scientists from the UK University said food that is too sweet causes clogged arteries.

And Australian experts, in turn, urged to abandon fast food, since it contains a large amount of trans fats that reduce brain activity. Among the harmful substances, their Chinese colleagues name preservatives, salt and saturated fatty acids, which are abundant in sausages, cheese and meat products. They lead to inflammation and damage to the blood vessels.