A diet rich in different types of fruit is known to be good for the body. Now, there is scientific evidence that shows that eating berries specifically may have a positive impact on the brain.

The evidence, which appears in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, reveals that the consumption of berries may prevent memory loss that can occur with old age.

To arrive at these results, researchers Barbara Shukitt-Hale and Marshall G. Miller reviewed existing human, animal and cellular studies on berries and their impact on the brain. Based on their findings, the researchers feel that eating fruits like strawberries and blueberries can change the way neurons in the brain communicate with one another. At the same time, berries contain high amounts of antioxidants, which can protect cells from potential damage.

This is not the first time berries' neurological benefits have been discussed. In a previous study, researchers found that the consumption of berries activates the brain’s "housekeeper" mechanism, which protects against aging.

Older adults who eat a lot of berries may want to take an IQ test and see if their diet is having any impact on their cognitive abilities.