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  Food insecurity is linked to cognitive decline in older adults For peak mental performance as we get older, a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables is essential. However, many seniors struggle with food insecurity due to limited financial resources and a lack of transportation to grocery stores. Recent research has established a causal relationship between undernourishment and cognitive decline in the elderly. This demonstrates the urgency with which this issue must be addressed.   What is food insecurity? When we talk about "food insecurity," we mean the inability to consistently and reliably obtain or consume an adequate and sufficient quantity of food to sustain an active and healthy lifestyle. Often, this is because they don't have enough money or can't find affordable, healthy food. In the United States, over 9 percent of the elderly population faces food insecurity. Older people who are socially isolated, financially strapped, or su