Eat these 6 foods to kickstart your creativity ASAP (yes, there are foods that make you more creative)

Are creative thoughts born of thin air or nourished by what we nosh on? We asked pharmacist, dermatologist, founder of Murad (and all-around wellness advocate) Dr. Howard Murad and Lisa Young, PhD, registered dietitian nutritionist, adjunct professor of nutrition at NYU and author of Finally Full, Finally Slim to help break down the facts around feeding creativity and countering cognitive decline.

 

Which foods can help make us more creative?

 

Research shows that fruit and vegetable consumption foretold greater curiosity and creativity versus days when these items were not consumed. However, “There’s no magic pill—or food—that prevents cognitive decline,” Young says. “The best ‘brain foods’ can help produce the hormones that increase alertness, while helping the mind process new information.” Rather than dosing yourself with a dozen eggs and expecting a creative burst, “a consistent, healthy dietary pattern can help support brain health.”

 

The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Murad, and are for informational purposes only, even if the advice of physicians and medical practitioners are included. This article is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and should not looked be considered specific medical advice.  

 

References for this information:
Foods, 2021, volume 10, issue 2
British Journal of Health Psychology, 2015, volume 20, issue 2, pages 413-427
Nutrients, 2020, volume 12, issue 10
News Medical Life Sciences Website

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