Less red meat is good for the planet and a growing number of people have started the new year resolving to pursue a meat-free diet.

New research reveals that processed red meat not only raises heart disease risks but also increases the likelihood of developing dementia. Here's what you need to know

Red meat has been previously linked to higher rates of cancer, identified as a contributor to climate change through production methods, and now a long-term study has linked some types of it to an increased risk of dementia.

We asked nutrition experts how consumers can make informed and healthy choices about eating red meat.

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.

A large new study is among the first to suggest a link between cured meats and higher rates of dementia and worse cognition.

Eating plenty of plants—fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes—will also provide brain-loving antioxidants and other nutrients. Berries are a rich source of these antioxidants, so try to include some in your meals and snacks most days.

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.

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer People who eat greater amounts of processed red meat—such as bacon and hot dogs—are at a higher risk of dementia, new research found.These red meat products often contain harmful substances like nitrates and sodium and have low nutritional value.