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Just One High-Fat Meal Can Disrupt Blood Flow to Your Brain, Study Finds : ScienceAlert

Last updated: August 7, 2025 12:30 pm
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How a High-Fat Meal Can Impact Your Brain Health

Indulging in a greasy takeaway on a Friday night may seem harmless, but recent research suggests that even a single high-fat meal could have negative effects on blood flow to the brain, potentially increasing the risk of stroke and dementia.

Our diet plays a crucial role in our overall health, and while dietary fat is essential for providing energy and supporting various bodily functions, not all fats are created equal. Saturated and unsaturated fats have different effects on the body, with saturated fats, commonly found in fast food and takeaway meals, being particularly harmful to our cardiovascular health.

When we consume a meal high in saturated fat, such as a takeaway pizza, the levels of fat in our blood rise, causing blood vessels to stiffen and lose their ability to expand and contract effectively. This can impair blood flow to the brain, which relies heavily on a steady supply of oxygen and glucose to function properly.

One of the key processes that regulate blood flow to the brain is known as “dynamic cerebral autoregulation,” which helps maintain stable blood flow despite fluctuations in blood pressure. However, when this process is impaired, the brain becomes more vulnerable to changes in blood pressure, increasing the risk of conditions like stroke and dementia.

The Study: Understanding the Immediate Effects of a High-Fat Meal

To investigate the immediate effects of a high-fat meal on blood vessel function and brain health, a study was conducted involving young and older adult participants. After consuming a high-fat meal in the form of a milkshake, participants’ blood vessels were assessed for their ability to dilate and cope with changes in blood pressure.

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The results showed that a single high-fat meal impaired blood vessel function in both age groups, with older adults experiencing a more pronounced effect. This suggests that older brains may be more vulnerable to the negative effects of a high-fat meal on blood flow regulation.

While the long-term effects of a high-fat meal on cognitive function were not directly measured in this study, previous research has shown that such meals can increase free radicals and decrease nitric oxide levels, further affecting blood vessel function and oxygen delivery to the brain.

Implications for Brain Health and Dietary Recommendations

These findings highlight the importance of consuming a diet low in saturated fats to protect not only heart health but also brain health. Older adults, in particular, should be mindful of their fat intake as they are already at a higher risk of stroke and neurodegenerative diseases.

The NHS recommends limiting saturated fat intake to 30g per day for men and 20g per day for women, but many individuals exceed these recommendations, especially during weekend indulgences like takeaways and fast food meals.

It is crucial to consider the immediate effects of our dietary choices on brain health, as every meal can impact blood flow regulation and cognitive function. Choosing healthier fats, such as polyunsaturated fats found in foods like oily fish and nuts, can support better heart and brain health in the long run.

While there is still much to learn about how different types of fats affect brain health, this study underscores the importance of making mindful dietary choices to protect our cognitive function and overall well-being.

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Written by Chris Marley, Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology, University of South Wales and Damian Bailey, Professor of Physiology and Biochemistry, University of South Wales

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here.

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