Association between mushroom consumption and digit span performance among middle-aged and older community-dwelling Japanese: the NILS-LSA project

Food & Function 2026 Open access

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Authors: Shu Zhang, Djibril M. Ba, Yukiko Nishita, Chikako Tange, Junjia Zhu, Rei Otsuka, Joshua E. Muscat
DOI: 10.1039/d5fo04625d
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Abstract

= 0.0447) tests, with benefits most pronounced at moderate to high intake levels. These findings suggest that regular mushroom consumption, measured in grams per day, may enhance short-term and working memory in middle-aged and older adults, highlighting a potentially simple dietary approach to support cognitive function during aging.

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Fungal Biology and Applications Nutritional Studies and Diet Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Food & Function
Volume
17
Issue
7
Pages
3265–3274
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN