Nutrition for Brain Health

Green-Mediterranean diet, 2 key foods may help

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A variation of the Mediterranean diet, which includes green tea, could help slow brain aging, research indicates. Eugenia Bakanova/Stocksy
  • The Mediterranean diet, which includes lots of fruit, vegetables, and fish, has gained popularity due to its links
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Brain Health: Best and worst foods for brain health, according to research-backed longevity experts |

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Best and worst foods for brain health, according to research-backed longevity experts

Brain fog doesn’t necessarily stem from stress or lack of sleep. Occasionally, it’s something with what one’s eating. The brain is one of the body’s largest energy-hungry organs and requires roughly 20 percent of total energy expenditure and weighs merely

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26-Year study links processed foods to Parkinson’s disease

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Breakfast cereal, packaged snacks, and sugary drinks may seem harmless in moderation. Yet new research suggests that eating too many highly processed items could raise the odds of developing early signs of Parkinson’s disease.

The findings were published May 7,

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Eating potassium-rich foods may help keep depression at bay

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Diets rich in minerals, especially potassium, were linked to a lower depression risk in a new study. Image credit: Vera Lair/Stocksy
  • About 5% of the world’s adult population lives with depression.
  • Past research shows that people can
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6 Foods to Eat Every Week for Better Brain Health

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  • The MIND diet, rich in brain-friendly foods, may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia.
  • Leafy greens, eggs and salmon may help support memory and general brain function.
  • Blueberries, lamb and walnuts offer nutrients that support cognition and overall brain health.
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How Ultra-processed Foods Can Have a Negative Effect on Brain Health

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Many of us eat foods such as deli meat, instant soups, and snacks like packaged chips. But while these foods taste good and are easy to grab, they aren’t so great for our overall health.

“All these

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11 Vitamin B12 Foods to Support Energy and Brain Health

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One cannot have a well-balanced meal without incorporating vitamin B12 foods into the mix. The water soluble vitamin, explains Samantha Dieras, RN, DCN, director of ambulatory nutrition services at Mount Sinai Hospital, plays a vital role in nerve function,