A new report says what you eat might be your best defense against cognitive decline.
Sodexo, the global foodservice giant feeding 80 million people daily, has a new mission -keeping brains sharp for life. After analysing 250 clinical studies, they’ve come up with a game plan for neuroprotective nutrition.
Dubbed The Vibrant Mind: A Guide to Neuroprotective Nutrition, the report explores how food impacts brain health and how dietary choices could help stave off cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases.
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So, what’s on the brain-boosting menu? Think leafy greens, berries, whole grains, omega-3-rich foods, and plant-based proteins -all packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Processed junk, sodium bombs, and added sugars? Not on the list. The goal is simple and that is to make the science of brain health digestible for the masses.
And Sodexo isn’t stopping at research. They’re launching Vibrant Minds, a dining concept set to roll out in senior-living communities and hospitals across the US. With 400+ new recipes, the company aims to make brain food part of everyday eating—delicious, accessible, and backed by science.
For those tucking in, expect more than a basic “healthy option.” Diners can look forward to Quinoa & Chia Power Bowls, Smoky Lentil & Mushroom Stir-Fries, and Walnut & Basil Pesto Pasta, plus breakfast favourites like Blueberry & Flaxseed Oatmeal. It’s flavourful, nutrient-packed, and designed to nourish both body and mind—without sacrificing taste or sustainability.
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Sodexo’s Chief Growth & Commercial Officer, Marc Plumart, sees the initiative as a game-changer. “What’s on your plate matters for your brain health,” he says. With a food empire spanning hospitals, universities, and workplaces, Sodexo is betting big that brain food could be the next frontier in everyday nutrition. Whether Vibrant Minds takes off remains to be seen, but your lunchtime choices might just be your best investment in a sharper, longer-lasting mind. Remember the old adage that you become what you eat and food is thy medicine.
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