What to eat to be thin and in a clear mind

In pursuit of a thin figure, women often turn a blind eye to the needs of their body. Therefore, nutritionists have set themselves the goal to come up with a diet that will not only have a positive effect on volumes, but also improve brain function. The MIND diet is a scientific diet based on a study of 1,220 people aged 60 and older over a 12-year period.



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The study found that a special set of foods can reduce the risk of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other disorders. This diet is ideal for people after 25 years and especially after 40. MIND combines the basic principles of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet. Editorial "Site" I'll tell you more. dietThe goal is to help the brain maintain its cognitive functions and improve metabolism.

Researchers have shown that the MIND diet reduces the likelihood of oxidative stress, which damages cells and disrupts the productive functioning of the brain. Adhering to this diet is beneficial for everyone, as MIND combines the principles and benefits of the Mediterranean and DASH diets, and prevents the onset of dementia. Dr. Rohatgi says that over time, this diet reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and loss of cognitive brain function.



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“Everything we eat directly affects our brains. Frequent consumption of high-sugar beverages can lead to poor memory and slow learning processes. It is also best to avoid smoking. They contain nitrosamines that produce fats toxic to the brain, explains Priyanka Rohatgi, chief nutritionist and director of the nutrition department at Apollo Hospitals.



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It is worth limiting the consumption of cheese (no more than once a week), red meat (maximum three times a week), fried (no more than once a week), as well as desserts, ice cream and industrial cookies. Here are what foods should be present in the daily diet.

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  1. Beans and lentils are rich in antioxidants and proteins.
  2. All vegetables and greens are rich in folic acid, vitamin E, carotenoids and flavonoids, which help the brain work.

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  3. Berries - help to improve memory and improve performance.
  4. Dried fruits and nuts. Especially useful will be a combination of walnuts, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin, watermelon and melon. You can make that mix and add it to salads.

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  5. Fish, but not fried.
  6. Whole-grain products: oatmeal, wheat, brown rice, pasta and whole-grain bread. It should be at least 50% of the food consumed.

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  7. Chicken and turkey are protein-rich foods. It is also better to eat in boiled or stewed form.


It has long been proven that youth depends on the proper functioning of the brain. Therefore, it must be nourished not only with logical tasks, but also contribute to the receipt of the necessary trace elements to maintain its activity. Eat healthy food, exercise, try to spend more time in the fresh air, and you will not only have a beautiful figure, but also a clear mind.

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