Alton Brown always has a few irons in the fire.
And his latest project?
Cooking to boost brain health.
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), we jumped on the opportunity.
Here’sEatingWell’srecent conversation with Brown, plus, his favorite brain-friendly recipe.
EatingWell: Why has brain health become so important to you?
Lynne Calamia
EatingWell: What are some of the ingredients you’re excited about cooking with that help the brain?
Brown:I’ve read a lot lately about lutein and its effects on brain health and cognition.
The omega fatty acids in fish such as salmon help to reinforce cell membranes in the brain.
Walnuts contain an omega-3 fatty acid called ALA which has been shown to benefit brain health.
EatingWell: What does a typical day of eating look like for you?
I really try not to snack, but I occasionally fall down if popcorn is in the offing.
EatingWell: How do you work brain-friendly foods into your weekly meal plan?
I tend to run low on B vitamins, so I have been supplementing that for a while.
EatingWell: Can you talk about the inspiration behind your brain-friendly recipe(below)?
This is itand I think it’s pretty wonderful.
We love how Brown is focused on prioritizing the health of our most vital organ: our brain.
As a reminder,most supplements are unregulatedso we always advocate for a food-first approach here atEatingWell.
Without further ado, here’s Alton Brown’s Kale & Quinoa Bowl with Salmon.
Cover and refrigerate at least an hour before serving.
When the skillet is hot, season the fillets with the salt.
Add the oil to the skillet and carefully tilt to evenly cover the bottom.
Carefully flip the fillets, replace the cover and cook for another minute.
