Food for thought

Chicken

We all know what this bird does for your brawn, but it’s good for your brain, too. Chicken contains high levels of B6, a must for making the neurotransmitters that send messages to your brain. It is also an important co-factor in the conversion of the amino acid tryptophan to serotonin, a deficiency of which can lead to depression.

Calves liver

According to the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging folate-rich foods may be good for the brain and appears to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s. Participants who ate at least the recommend daily intake had a 55% reduction in the risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Liver in general is an excellent source of this nutrient but calves liver contains particularly high amounts. It’s great braised with fava beans but hold the nice Chianti.....
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