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Staying Sharp offers nourishing, enjoyable recipes and information about the importance of food. 

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Walnuts. Blueberries. Avocado. Fish. Alcohol. Sugar. Though there is no one magic food, there are foods that can help (or hurt!) your health. Foods containing fish oil or omega-3, for example, have consistently shown possible benefits, while supplements and vitamins have mixed evidence. The science is constantly changing. Staying Sharp offers the latest information.

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6 Simple Food Swaps

Add these foods to your diet for vitamins and minerals that may help protect memory, regulate emotions and control blood sugar.

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The Right Amount of Protein to Feed Brain and Body

Experts say many older adults may need to get more protein than the recommended dietary allowance to help our brains and bodies as we age.

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