Dietary Patterns Associated With Risk of Intracranial Atherosclerosis in Older Adults With Hypertension or Myocardial Infarction

A direct relationship between diet and ICAD was not seen. Stratified analysis suggested that healthy diet may be of value for individuals with HTN or MI: In these high-risk individuals, a healthy dietary pattern is associated with lower odds of severe large vessel ICAD. In vivo studies of dietary habits and brain health, specifically in those at high vascular risk, are needed.