The MIND diet was recently ranked as the easiest diet to follow. Even better, it cuts your risk for developing Alzheimer’s by 58 percent. via Yahoo.com
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champagne
Three glasses of champagne every week is enough to keep Alzheimer's and dementia at bay, research says. A study out of the University of Reading revealed that a compound in the grapes used to make champagne can help "increase spatial memory, improve cognitive function and promote learning and memory retention."
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Green leafies
Every day, eat green leafy vegetables and one other kind of veggie. Sound hard? Think salads, with a mix of lettuce, baby spinach or kale, carrots, bell peppers, and cauliflower or broccoli. Done!
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Nuts
High in healthy fats, nuts are not only good for your brain, but your heart and waistline, too. So snack on a handful on most days.
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Blueberries
Study after study has proven the brain benefits of blueberries. These little blue blobs of goodness are known to keep your memory sharp and delay cognitive disorders.
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Cooked beans
Eat beans every other day. That's easy in the wintertime with soups and chili! Plus, they are a super-cheap source of protein. The canned variety are fine.
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Chicken
Eat poultry at least twice a week. But stay away from processed meats like cold cuts. Those can raise your cancer risk.
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Olive Oil
Considered a "good fat," olive oil is a monounsaturated fat that can prevent inflammation in the body. Look for cold-pressed, good quality olive oil to reap all of its benefits.
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Fish
Eat fish at least once a week. Salmon is especially good for brains and hearts.
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Mocha
A pinch of dark chocolate cocoa powder in your morning coffee can do more good for you than you think. Studies show this semi-sweet treat can help aide memory retention, control blood pressure, and insulin resistance.
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Wine
You can have a glass of wine every day!
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Berries
Try to eat berries at least twice a week. Sprinkle them on your cereal or enjoy them with a little yogurt for snack. (Sprinkle nuts on top and you have a healthy sundae!)
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Eclair
No, eclairs aren't part of the MIND diet (sadly). Sweets and pastries belong to the types of foods you need to restrict to a serving a week to stave off dementia. Other foods to limit include: cheese (once a week); fried or fast food (once a week); and butter (to one tablespoon a day).