Mushrooms

Eating just TWO portions of mushrooms per week could SLASH your risk of mild cognitive impairment by a whopping 50%

WHY do mushrooms have this brain-boosting superpower?

The secret lies in a compound called ergothioneine (ET).

This unique antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent is something our bodies CANNOT produce on their own. We have to get it from food, and mushrooms happen to be one of the richest sources.

Mushrooms also contain other brain-protective compounds with fancy names like hericenones, erinacines, scabronines, and dictyophorines. These promote the synthesis of nerve growth factors and protect against beta-amyloid (the protein that builds up in Alzheimer's disease).

So what kind of mushrooms should you eat?

The good news is that ANY variety seems to help! The study referenced golden, oyster, shiitake, white button, and even dried and canned mushrooms.

Here's how to make the most of this brain-boosting food:

1. Aim for at least 150g (about 3/4 cup) of cooked mushrooms twice weekly

2. Sauté them in olive oil with garlic for maximum flavor and absorption

3. Add them to omelettes, stir-fries, pasta sauces, or soups

4. If you don't like the texture, you can finely chop or blend them into sauces

5. Buy organic when possible to avoid pesticide residues

And here's something even more encouraging...

The researchers found that even just ONE small portion of mushrooms weekly still offered cognitive benefits.