Who came up with it?
Are well-respected doctors and dietitians into it?
Is it something you’re able to stick with long-term?
One diet that toppedtheir 2022 listis theMIND diet.
The MIND diet is similar to theMediterranean dietand is designed specifically with brain health in mind.
(Again, itsverysimilar to the Mediterranean diet.)
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The 10 MIND diet recipes rounded up here do exactly that.
Keep reading to check them out and to see how delicious eating for brain health can be.
10 MIND diet recipes full of brain-supporting benefits
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Berries are one food that may be small, but theyre bursting with them.
One easy way to up your berry intake is by integrating them into a yogurt bowl.
Get the recipe:Greek yogurt breakfast
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Here, theyre paired with greens, cauliflower, avocado, andolive oilanother great source of brain-supporting healthy fats.
Get the recipe:egg and greens bowl
3.
The egg, avocado, and salmon all are great sources of the brain-supporting nutrient.
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This recipe shows how to combine them to create a savory breakfast thats ready in just 15 minutes.
Get the recipe:salmon, egg, and avocado breakfast tacos
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Kale kimchi salad
As with most healthy eating plans, greens are a major part of the MIND diet.
Tuscan white bean soup
If youre not a big salad-for-lunch person, theres always soup!
The recipe also calls for lots ofgarlic, which has been shown to help with memory function.
Get the recipe:Tuscan white bean soup
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Carrot soup
Another soup recipe brimming with brain-supporting nutrients is this carrot soup.
Black eyed peas salad
Every single ingredient in this protein-rich salad supports the brain in some way.
The black eyed peas, veggies, and spices are all full of antioxidants and help prevent chronic inflammation.
As with many recipes on this list, it also calls for garlic and olive oiltwo cognitive health superstars.
Get the recipe:black eyed peas salad
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Use them to give lentils and the veggies of your choice tons of flavor.
Black bean brownies
Yes, your dessert can 100 percent support your cognitive health.
The black beans and cacao used to make these brownies are both great sources of antioxidants.
This recipe is also vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free so eaters of all types can enjoy them.
With this recipe, theyll come out perfectly rich and chewy.
Get the recipe:olive oil brownies
reviewed bySmita Holden, MD
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