An Egg Dish!

I don’t know what to call this recipe, as I made it up on the fly. See my dietician tells me to ramp up the protein for breakfast and add veggies into every meal/snack.

With me eggs this morning, I added in shredded chicken, broccoli, avocado, tomatoes, peppers, & onions!

Off The Wall

We will call this dish, “Off the Wall.” Does it taste good? I have NO idea as my sense of taste has not returned, but it looks good!

Brief funny story, everytime we go out to eat and the server comes to our table and asks how everything is tasting - I simply nod and say good! My husband then gives me a look and a chuckle a little once the server leaves. That’s my go to answer every time!

Now let’s get into the meat and potatoes of why this is good for the brain!

1. Eggs are beneficial for brain health due to their rich source of choline, an essential nutrient that supports the production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter vital for learning, memory, and overall cognitive function. Additionally, eggs contain vitamins like B6, B12, and folate, which may help prevent brain shrinkage and delay cognitive decline.

2. Chicken breasts can be beneficial for brain health due to their rich content of nutrients like choline, vitamin B12, B6, and tryptophan, which play crucial roles in brain function, neurotransmitter synthesis, and overall cognitive health.

3. Tomatoes offer several benefits for brain health, primarily due to their rich content of antioxidants, including lycopene and beta-carotene. These antioxidants help protect brain cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can contribute to age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease.Additionally, lycopene may have mood-enhancing effects by improving brain cell communication and increasing the expression of a protein involved in brain health.

4. Peppers, particularly red bell peppers and hot peppers, offer several brain-boosting benefits. They contain nutrients like anthocyanins, vitamin B6, and antioxidants that can help protect brain cells, improve memory, and potentially reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

5. Onions, particularly red onions, offer potential benefits for brain health due to their rich content of flavonoids, especially quercetin, according to multiple sources like the Cleveland Clinic and WebMD. These compounds may help improve blood flow to the brain, protect against age-related cognitive decline, and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

6. Avocados are beneficial for brain health due to their high content of monounsaturated fats, lutein, and B vitamins. These nutrients contribute to improved blood flow, reduced blood pressure, enhanced cognitive function, and the protection of glial cells.

7. Broccoli offers several benefits for brain health, including boosting cognitive function, supporting brain development, and potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Its rich content of antioxidants, particularly sulforaphane, can help reduce inflammation in the brain and protect against damage. Additionally, broccoli is a good source of choline, which is important for brain development and memory

As always, you have the freedom to take away what YOU do not like!

Stay healthy, friends!

Xo, Jess