Research shows that what you eat and how you eat matters. It matters a lot. So this month I’m focusing on foods that can help us to think, feel and live better.

The problem is our modern environment sets us up to make poor food choices. Fast food is engineered to be cheap and tasty (but low in nutrients).

Natural Brain Boosters: Sustaining your Attention with Flavonoids

Like drinking smoothies for breakfast? Then consider adding a handful of blueberries or a tablespoon of cocoa powder into your next one. The research is in: foods rich in flavonoids are fantastic for your brain and cognition. You can read more about the power of flavonoid-rich foods here.

A Healthy Snack Alternative to Potato Crisps

If you’re thinking, “Kale chips? No thanks!” we get it. But we encourage you to have an open mind because these chips are super tasty!

You can read about how to make the perfect kale chip here.

Cereal Concentration Killers: The Best and Worst Breakfast Cereals in Australia

How much sugar is in your breakfast cereal?

Want to see how these cereals rate in terms of added sugar? The results may surprise you …

Food Rules Sheet to Support Your Amazing Brain and Body

Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual by Michael Pollan. It contains simple and easy to understand guiding principles to help you make healthy food choices.

Dr Jane Genovese
Learning Fundamentals