A brain energising breakfast

Summer breakfast recipe for brilliant brain health

Did you know that the Mediterranean and MIND diets are packed with nutrient-rich foods that support cognitive function and protect against neurodegenerative diseases including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and olive oil, both of these diets provide essential antioxidants and healthy fats, especially omega-3 fatty acids from fish, that reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the brain. 

Studies now show that people who follow the Mediterranean diet tend to have a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and experience slower cognitive decline with age. The focus on balanced, whole foods not only nourishes the body but also helps maintain brain structure and function as we move into midlife and beyond. 

Here is our top breakfast recipe to kick start your brain healthy diet.

Photo credits: Wholefood Soulful Kitchen

High protein overnight Oats

This recipe is a brilliant source of protein with a deliciously creamy texture. Protein is crucial for brain health as it’s the building block for neurotransmitters, the chemical messengers that facilitate communication between our brain cells. Furthermore, protein not only helps carry oxygen to the brain, but it is also involved in neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt and form new neural pathways.

Recipe: 

• Rolled oats
• Chia seeds
• Protein powder
• Milk 
• Yogurt
• Maple syrup 

STEP 1: Add the milk, yogurt and maple syrup to an airtight container (such as a glass jar), and mix everything together.

STEP 2: Next, stir in the dry ingredients – the oats, chia seeds and protein powder – and mix everything together. 

STEP 3: Close the container and store it in the refrigerator overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours.

Find the full recipe here by Wholefood Soulful Kitchen.