Nutrition for Cognitive Health

What your brain wants on your plate

Your brain burns roughly 20% of your daily calories despite being only 2% of your body weight. What you eat directly shapes how well your neurons communicate, repair themselves, and fend off inflammation.

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Diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, berries, leafy greens, and nuts have been linked to slower cognitive decline in large-scale studies. The Mediterranean and MIND diets aren't just heart-healthy. They're brain-healthy. Even small swaps, like choosing salmon over processed meat a couple of times a week, can shift the balance in your favor.

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Morris, M. C., Tangney, C. C., Wang, Y., Sacks, F. M., Bennett, D. A., & Aggarwal, N. T. (2015). MIND diet associated with reduced incidence of Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's & Dementia, 11(9), 1007–1014.