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Essential Nutrients for a Healthy Brain

Which vitamins, minerals and other nutrients are important for brain health? Find out in the Essential Nutrients for a Healthy Brain guide.

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Our brains thrive on a diet rich in seafood, fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains. Learn how these foods support brain health and try recipes that incorporate some of these essential nutrients.
 

B Vitamins for Brain Health
B vitamins are essential for general and brain health, but research suggests that most people should get them from food rather than dietary supplements.

Vitamin D For Memory
Getting enough daily vitamin D has many health benefits, but it's better to get it from the sun or food rather than in a pill.

Honey-Garlic Salmon
Try adding a simple marinade of soy sauce, lime, honey and garlic to give tons of flavor to this honey-garlic salmon recipe.

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