Here is a wonderful reason to enjoy Indian food: a compound in turmeric, called curcumin, helps the body/brain flush out amyloid plaques.

The findings build on previous research linking curry consumption to reduced Alzheimer's risk, including one study that found that only 1 percent of elderly Indians developed the disease -- a quarter of the rate seen in the United States.

You can also buy curcumin in supplements. Check out this article from DEMENTIA WEEKLY: http://awe.sm/5hE3I