Shrimp
Practically pure protein, shrimp also supplies iodine for thyroid function and astaxanthin, the carotenoid that gives it its pink color.
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THE COLLECTION
Health Benefit: Brain Health
Every entry in this collection — sourced, checked and written to be read.
Eggs
Eggs are the leading food source of choline, with complete protein, vitamin D and lutein — all in a cheap, versatile package.
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Turmeric
Curcumin is the most studied natural anti-inflammatory compound outside of drugs, but bioavailability is poor without black pepper and fat.
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The cornerstone fat of the Mediterranean diet, with monounsaturated fat and polyphenols supported by the PREDIMED trial.
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Dark Chocolate (70–85%)
High-cocoa chocolate is genuinely rich in minerals and flavanols linked to blood pressure and cognition — in modest portions.
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Marine n−3 Fatty Acids and Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer (VITAL)
Omega-3 supplementation reduced heart attack risk, with the strongest benefit among participants who rarely ate fish — supporting food-first omega-3 intake.
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Mediterranean Diet and Age-Related Cognitive Decline (PREDIMED-Navarra)
Older adults randomized to a Mediterranean diet with olive oil or nuts showed improved cognitive function versus controls after four years.
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Walnuts
Walnuts are the only common nut with meaningful plant omega-3 ALA, and feature in nearly every major heart-health trial.
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Salmon (Atlantic)
Two servings of salmon a week roughly meets the EPA/DHA intake associated with lower cardiovascular risk, plus rare dietary vitamin D.
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Blueberries
Blueberries are among the most antioxidant-dense common fruits, with anthocyanins studied for vascular and cognitive health.
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