Learn about the vitamins and minerals that your brain needs to survive and work well.
Test Your Brain Nutrients Knowledge!
See what you know and then explore the entire guide to learn how to incorporate essential nutrients into your day.
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The answer is All of the above
Question 1:
People who eat lots of seafood, rich in omega 3 fatty acids, may lower their risk for memory loss.
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The answer is True
Question 2:
Which essential nutrient do you benefit from by regularly snacking on almonds or walnuts?
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The answer is Watch TV all day
Question 3:
Eating greens is good for you but provides few essential nutrients.
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Question 4:
Can you guess how many B vitamins turn food into energy? We’ll give you a hint, it’s either 3, 5 or 8.
Explore the 7 Top Nutrients for Your Brain and check out all the great recipes and articles below.
Vitamin B
Discover the foods high in B vitamins and find out why these vitamins are important 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.
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Arctic char, related to salmon and trout, is sustainably farmed, making it a “best choice” for the environment. It has a mild flavor and cooks up quickly.
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There’s more scientific evidence to back up the health benefits of vitamins and nutrients that come from food than from pills, according to research.
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Crunchy baked cod sits atop a bed of sautéed tomatoes, onions and olives in this zesty nut-crusted, Italian-inspired dish.
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Almond butter adds nutty flavor plus 7 grams of protein to this protein-rich banana smoothie. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
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B vitamins are essential for general and brain health, but research suggests that most people should get them from food rather than dietary supplements.
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Arctic char, related to salmon and trout, is sustainably farmed, making it a “best choice” for the environment. It has a mild flavor and cooks up quickly.
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There’s more scientific evidence to back up the health benefits of vitamins and nutrients that come from food than from pills, according to research.
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Crunchy baked cod sits atop a bed of sautéed tomatoes, onions and olives in this zesty nut-crusted, Italian-inspired dish.
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Almond butter adds nutty flavor plus 7 grams of protein to this protein-rich banana smoothie. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Find out which foods deliver a big nutritional payoff from omega-3s and explore recipes rich in this essential nutrient.
Oily fish, such as salmon, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, may promote brain health, including preventing the cognitive decline associated with dementia.
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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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Adding chia seeds to your food is an easy way to improve the nutritional content of your diet. Sprinkle on your meal and enjoy the added fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and calcium.
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Beans contain alpha-linolenic acid, considered essential because it is the only one of the three omega-3 fatty acids that your body cannot synthesize.
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This Mexican black beans recipe uses avocado leaves to add flavor. Even if you leave them out, you’ll have an awesome pot of healthy black beans.
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Delicious in stir-fries, salads or just on their own, shrimp are “small fry” that offer a big nutritional payoff with each bite.
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Parmesan cheese lends an intriguing flavor accent to garlic- and lemon-steamed shrimp in this recipe — and it's less than 200 calories per serving.
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Oily fish, such as salmon, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, may promote brain health, including preventing the cognitive decline associated with dementia.
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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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Adding chia seeds to your food is an easy way to improve the nutritional content of your diet. Sprinkle on your meal and enjoy the added fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and calcium.
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Beans contain alpha-linolenic acid, considered essential because it is the only one of the three omega-3 fatty acids that your body cannot synthesize.
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This Mexican black beans recipe uses avocado leaves to add flavor. Even if you leave them out, you’ll have an awesome pot of healthy black beans.
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Delicious in stir-fries, salads or just on their own, shrimp are “small fry” that offer a big nutritional payoff with each bite.
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Parmesan cheese lends an intriguing flavor accent to garlic- and lemon-steamed shrimp in this recipe — and it's less than 200 calories per serving.
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Vitamin E
Learn how vitamin E can protect the brain’s nerve cells and which foods are abundant in this nutrient.
Studies have shown that people who get a lot of vitamin E in their diet have a lower dementia risk and also preserve their thinking skills as they age.
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Pine nuts and sweet golden raisins brighten up sautéed spinach. The sturdier texture of mature spinach stands up better to sautéing than baby spinach.
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Research has shown that diets rich in vitamin E are associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline. Try these six foods to help top up your levels.
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Creamy avocado cuts the tart bite from grapefruit in this delicious side salad recipe that can be completed in 20 minutes.
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Hummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread to create West Coast toast, a healthy vegan idea for lunch.
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Combine strawberries, almond milk (or low-fat milk), tofu and sugar in a blender in this simple and satisfying smoothie.
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Studies have shown that people who get a lot of vitamin E in their diet have a lower dementia risk and also preserve their thinking skills as they age.
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Pine nuts and sweet golden raisins brighten up sautéed spinach. The sturdier texture of mature spinach stands up better to sautéing than baby spinach.
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Research has shown that diets rich in vitamin E are associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline. Try these six foods to help top up your levels.
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Creamy avocado cuts the tart bite from grapefruit in this delicious side salad recipe that can be completed in 20 minutes.
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Hummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread to create West Coast toast, a healthy vegan idea for lunch.
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Combine strawberries, almond milk (or low-fat milk), tofu and sugar in a blender in this simple and satisfying smoothie.
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Vitamin D
There’s a reason you may feel better after being in the sun. Learn more and explore recipes with vitamin D.
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.
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This roast salmon with chimichurri sauce recipe uses parsley, but feel free to try your favorite combination of herbs, such as basil, mint or cilantro.
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A mixture of tomatoes, spinach, feta, olives and fresh oregano gives portobellos a Mediterranean vibe for a healthy stuffed mushroom recipe.
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Love salads? The time-honored Italian pairing of canned tuna and cannellini beans makes a super-simple, satisfying lunch.
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Don't think you have time for dessert? This fresh and delicious apricot dish has just four ingredients and comes together in 10 minutes.
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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.
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This roast salmon with chimichurri sauce recipe uses parsley, but feel free to try your favorite combination of herbs, such as basil, mint or cilantro.
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A mixture of tomatoes, spinach, feta, olives and fresh oregano gives portobellos a Mediterranean vibe for a healthy stuffed mushroom recipe.
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Love salads? The time-honored Italian pairing of canned tuna and cannellini beans makes a super-simple, satisfying lunch.
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Don't think you have time for dessert? This fresh and delicious apricot dish has just four ingredients and comes together in 10 minutes.
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