Build Your Own Brain Healthy Bowl

Build Your Own Brain Healthy Bowl

on Apr 17 2024
The foods we keep in our pantry can stretch far and wide, providing our brain with the nutrients recommended by neuroprotective diets like the MIND diet.  With a little planning and creativity, you can turn your pantry staples into brain-boosting meals for yourself and your family.  
Your One-Day MIND Diet Meal Plan for Brain Health & Weight Loss

Your One-Day MIND Diet Meal Plan for Brain Health & Weight Loss

on Mar 25 2024
 You may be familiar with the MIND diet and its impressive claim of slashing the risk of cognitive decline by 50%.1  It's no surprise that this combination yields remarkable benefits, including support for weight reduction, cardiovascular health improvement, enhanced eye health, and much more.  Making the right dietary choices can help in maintaining your health at any stage of life, and the MIND diet has consistently proven to be a wonderful option. 
Lentil Quinoa Salad with Smoked Salmon

Lentil Quinoa Salad with Smoked Salmon

on Mar 25 2024
This nutrient-packed grain salad offers a delicious and satisfying meal, perfect for busy days or on-the-go lunches.  Featuring a delightful blend of quinoa and lentils, it provides a pleasing balance of textures and flavors. For a vegan-friendly option, simply omit the salmon and add your favorite nuts, like pine nuts, for an extra crunch.
4 Delectable Dark Chocolate Desserts

4 Delectable Dark Chocolate Desserts

on Mar 19 2024
As Valentine’s Day approaches, you might be looking for a brain-healthy and delectable treat to share with loved ones. Here are 4 of the best dark chocolate desserts we love that may strengthen memory, reduce brain fog and support your overall cognitive function.
Chocolate Berry and Nut Bark

Chocolate Berry and Nut Bark

on Mar 19 2024
Indulge your sweet tooth while nourishing your brain with our chocolate berry and nut bark recipe!  It's quick and easy to make, with just a few simple ingredients. Customize it to your liking with your choice of chopped nuts and dried berries. 
Stroke Reducing, Heart and Brain Healthy One Day Meal Plan: Mediterranean Diet

Stroke Reducing, Heart and Brain Healthy One Day Meal Plan: Mediterranean Diet

on Feb 15 2024
Heart health and brain health are closely intertwined, making it crucial to prioritize both throughout midlife and beyond.  Thankfully, dietary interventions like the Mediterranean diet have shown remarkable effectiveness in reducing the risk of heart disease by nearly 33%.
Metabolic and Brain Healthy One-Day Meal Plan: MIND Diet

Metabolic and Brain Healthy One-Day Meal Plan: MIND Diet

on Jan 22 2024
Metabolic health factors such as obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, social isolation, and depression are interconnected contributors to neurodegenerative diseases. Your diet plays a pivotal role in mitigating these risks, and adherence to the Mediterranean and MIND diets can halve your risk when strictly followed.
One Pot White Fish and Rice

One Pot White Fish and Rice

on Jan 22 2024
When it comes to nourishing your brain, there's a misconception that it requires extensive time and effort.  The truth is, some dishes are quick, easy, and pack a punch of brain-boosting nutrients.  This one-pot recipe minimizes time spent on dishes, preparation, and cooking, offering a convenient way to prioritize your brain and body health without the fuss.  
Sleep and Brain Healthy One-Day Meal Plan: MIND Diet

Sleep and Brain Healthy One-Day Meal Plan: MIND Diet

on Dec 18 2023
Are you prepared to elevate your brain health and nourish your body with nutrient-dense foods while prioritizing better sleep and sleep health?  Explore the sample one-day menu as a starting point.  This plan is designed to provide an example of adhering to the MIND diet for a day. 
Cherry and Chocolate Almond Smoothie

Cherry and Chocolate Almond Smoothie

on Dec 18 2023
Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful cherry and chocolate almond smoothie—a perfect morning treat!  This blend isn't just a tasty start to your day; it also offers a wealth of brain-boosting nutrients. 
Roasted Salmon with Kimchi and Miso Broth

Roasted Salmon with Kimchi and Miso Broth

on Dec 18 2023
When it comes to comforting and delicious food, nothing beats the warmth and heartiness of a well-crafted meal.  Packed with wholesome ingredients, it's a celebration of brain health and gut-friendly goodness. 
MIND Diet Gut-Brain Health: Your One Day Meal Plan

MIND Diet Gut-Brain Health: Your One Day Meal Plan

on Nov 27 2023
Given that our diet has a major impact on our gut microbiota, it’s vital we make notice of our dietary choices. Not only does the food you eat affect your gut, but in turn your brain. After previously identifying the top 11 nutrients for gut care, we’ll now incorporate these dietary principles into a one-day meal plan
Sparkling Cranberry Mocktail

Sparkling Cranberry Mocktail

on Nov 21 2023
During the festive season, we joyfully share laughter, meals, and toasts with drinks.  As part of our commitment to MINDful choices, we've developed this delightful Sparkling Cranberry Mocktail.  
Dark Chocolate Granola with Cacao Nibs

Dark Chocolate Granola with Cacao Nibs

on Nov 17 2023
If you love chocolate as much as I do (which is a lot!), say hello to your new favorite granola. Layers of chocolatey flavor infuse each bite, strategically packed with brain-healthy nutrients!
Mediterranean Thanksgiving Swaps for a Brain Healthy Feast

Mediterranean Thanksgiving Swaps for a Brain Healthy Feast

on Nov 13 2023
While Thanksgiving is a time for cherished family gatherings and delicious meals, you shouldn’t put your brain health goals on the back burner. Embracing the brain healthy Mediterranean diet (MeDi) can be simpler than you'd imagine, involving easy swaps that don't demand extra time in the kitchen, and can even make your meal preparation more efficient, all while keeping your brain health in focus.
Black Bean-Butternut Soup

Black Bean-Butternut Soup

on Oct 12 2023
Making soup is one of my favorite ways to prepare for a busy week. Having a batch in the fridge means I’ve got a healthy meal that I can reheat in a few minutes. This black bean soup strikes the perfect balance between health value and taste!
From Standard American Diet to a Mediterranean Diet: Your One-Day Meal Plan

From Standard American Diet to a Mediterranean Diet: Your One-Day Meal Plan

on Oct 01 2023
To guide your transition from a Standard American Diet to the Mediterranean diet, take a look at the sample one-day menu.  This plan has been devised to offer you a glimpse into a day of eating following the Mediterranean diet.
Coffee Date Smoothie

Coffee Date Smoothie

on Sep 18 2023
Energize your mornings with a brain-boosting Blue Zones-inspired coffee smoothie!  What's more, recent studies suggest that coffee might even help slow the plaque beta amyloid buildups associated with Alzheimer's, making this smoothie a powerful tool for cognitive wellness.  Get the full brain healthy smoothie.
Brain Healthy One-Day Meal Plan: Mediterranean Diet

Brain Healthy One-Day Meal Plan: Mediterranean Diet

on Aug 16 2023
Are you prepared to enhance your brain health and provide your body with nutrient-rich nourishment? Take a look at the sample one-day menu below to kickstart your journey. This plan has been devised to offer you a glimpse into a day of eating following the Mediterranean diet.
Spicy and Savory Moroccan Fish

Spicy and Savory Moroccan Fish

on Jul 20 2023
A healthy and thriving brain starts with the food we eat, and studies show the Mediterranean diet is one of the best when it comes to brain food. Spicy Moroccan fish is a very popular recipe in the Middle East, and every professional chef or home cook takes their own spin on the dish.