image credit: istockphotos A few years ago, researchers developed the perfect diet to keep dementia at bay. Aptly called MIND, the diet combined the famous Mediterranean diet which keeps the heart healthy and the DASH diet to control blood pressure. MIND has benefits for people of all ages, though it was originally made for older people. But what if you’re a 20-something looking for ways to boost your brainpower in these all-too-crucial years in your career? Are there specific foods you can eat to improve alertness, focus and memory? We asked nutritionists around the country to share some recipes. 1. Chicken liver pate: Our brains love B vitamins, especially B-3, B-9 and B-12. And chicken and goat livers are chock-full of them. B-vitamins help the brain to remain focussed and alert. Moreover, these are also necessary to convert the nutrients into neurotransmitters like serotonin to carry out the mitochondrial functions properly. How to make it: Saute finely chopped o...
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