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Mushrooms for the Mind

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Certain types of mushrooms may help stave off cognitive decline and lessen symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Along with supporting the immune system and helping the body adapt to stress, the chemical compounds found in mushrooms could also improve brain health. Researchers consistently point to mushroom consumption as beneficial for cognitive disorders such as dementia and Alzheimer’s, and it’s thought that eating mushrooms regularly could reduce cognitive decline as we grow older.

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SUPER SNACKS

Make the most of your between-meal nibbles with recipes that provide high-quality protein instead of empty calories.

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Build a Better Bowl

Leave your plates in the cupboard and create customized bowls featuring beans, chicken, and fish alongside hearty grains and fresh veggies. You can build color, texture, and flavor as you layer your favorite high-protein ingredients for easy one-dish meals.

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GO COASTAL

Fish and shellfish provide high-quality protein along with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Both are crucial for optimal body and brain function and strongly linked to a reduced risk of many diseases.

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Plant-Based Proteins

In a protein matchup of meat vs. plant-based proteins, research shows that the underdog, plants, are the true champions when it comes to your wallet, the planet, and your health.

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Count on Cottage Cheese

Rich, full of texture, and packed with protein, versatile cottage cheese can be used in a variety of recipes. Sometimes referred to as curds and whey, this dairy product differs from other cheeses in that it’s not aged or ripened.

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Protein Primer

Protein is essential in our bodies and plays a critical role in functions like bone health, digestion, and energy production.

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MAKE THE MOST OF MEAT

Rely on lean cuts of beef, lamb, and pork to maximize your protein intake each day without going overboard on saturated fat or sodium.

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PICK POULTRY

Make chicken and turkey your go-to sources of high-quality protein. They’re affordable, easy to prepare, and family friendly, too.

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BEYOND BREAKFAST

Who says that breakfast is only for the morning? These omelets, smoothies, and grains are ideal ways to pack in protein any time of day.

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