Im a neurosurgeon my hearty recipe fights dementia, a big portion can last the whole week

Here’s a recipe to feed your brain. For Dr.Jonathan J.

Rasouli, a board-certified spinal neurosurgeon at Northwell Health, keeping your mind sharp doesn’t just happen in the operating room — it can happen in your kitchen, too.The doc has shared one of his go-to meals for warding off brain disease thanks to anti-inflammatory ingredients, and he promises that it’s great for easy meal prep, too.His curry lentil strew with spinach and turmeric is made with plenty of things that are shown to have brain benefits.“This stew contains turmeric, known for its potential to prevent dementia, along with spinach and lentils that promote overall brain health,” Rasouli told The Post.  Plus, he added, it’s easy to prepare and “super tasty.”“A big portion of this on a Sunday afternoon and have it last the whole week as a quick snack or meal,” he said.Ingredients:Directions:This lentil stew won’t just spice up your winter — it’ll also stir up some serious brainpower.“It’s hearty, warming and packed with nutrients that protect against oxidative stress and inflammation, which majorly contribute to neurodegenerative diseases,” said Rasouli. One of those key nutrients: Turmeric, specifically its active compound curcumin, which has potent anti-inflammatory effects.A 2018 study found that daily curcumin supplements improved memory, attention and mood in older adults by reducing accumulation in the brain — both hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Never miss a story.Curcumin also boosts brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein vital for memory, learning and mood regulation.

Low BDNF levels have been linked to conditions like depression and dementia. Several other ingredients in the stew support overall brain health:Spi...