India, May 21 -- A major new study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that women who consume more high-quality carbohydrates and dietary fiber during midlife are significantly more likely to age in good health.
Researchers analyzed data from 47,513 participants in the long-running Nurses' Health Study, tracking their diet and health outcomes over more than three decades.
The study defined "healthy aging" at age 70 as being free from 11 major chronic conditions including cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease while also maintaining intact physical function, cognitive ability, and mental well-being.
Women who consumed greater amounts of high-quality carbohydrates primarily from whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes had 31...