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The official MIND diet : a scientifically based program to lose weight and prevent Alzheimer's disease

Morris, Martha Clare (author.). Morris, Laura (Nutrition consultant), (author.). Ventrelle, Jennifer, (author.).

Summary: "The creator of the MIND diet, which is backed by scientists, doctors and organizations such as the Alzheimer's Association and AARP, offers this practical, day-by-day guide to eating for weight loss, vitality and a lifetime of optimal cognitive function"--

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ISBN: 031644118X
ISBN: 9780316441186
Physical Description: viii, 360 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
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Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York : Little, Brown Spark, 2023.

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 327-336) and index.

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Introduction -- Part 1: The research behind the mind diet. The problem of alzheimer's disease-and its solution? -- The research on nutrients for the brain -- The mind diet and its evidence for protection against neurodegenerative diseases -- The mind diet intervention to prevent Alzheimer's disease -- The loss of a great leader -- Exciting new research on the mind diet -- Part II: Foods for brain health. NeverMind the diet -- Vegetables (plural) and fruit (singular) -- Unsaturated fats: extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, and seeds -- Proteins: fish, seafood, and pultry -- Carbohydrates: whole grains, beans, and legumes -- Wine in moderation -- Saturated fats: read meat, butter, cheese, fried foods, and sweets -- Mind diet FAQs: lessons learned from the field -- Part III: your mind diet toolbox for success. The essential tools -- Tools for weight loss -- Your Mindful life -- Part IV: The official mind diet 6-week program. 6 weeks to a healthy mind -- Part V: The mind diet recipes. Your kitchen, your home -- Breakfast -- Main meals -- Sides, salads, and snacks -- Sweets -- Sauces and toppers -- Acknowledgments -- Notes -- Appendix: The Mind diet program at a glance and sample meal plan -- Index.