How to Feed a Brain Book Resources
Welcome to the resources page for How to Feed a Brain. Below you'll find all the resources listed in the book organized by category.
Book link index Looking for a link from the book? All 40 feedabrain.com links from How to Feed a Brain, A to Z. Tap to open.
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Also mentioned in the book: Adventures in Brain Injury podcast · Minnesota Functional Neurology · Paleo Boss Lady (V's recipes)
Core Access
Work with Cavin
1-on-1 Consultations
Personalized brain health consulting for injury recovery, chronic symptoms and cognitive performance.
Free downloads
The Nutrition Guides
Fifteen free, science-backed handouts on greens, healthy fats, reading food labels and meal prep.
For practitioners
A Letter to Clinicians
An open letter from Cavin Balaster, CFNC, making the case for patient-led recovery and evidence-informed nutrition care.
The mission
Support Recovery
Why Cavin trained as a functional health practitioner after a severe brain injury, and how you can help transform neurorehabilitation.
Questions & collaboration
Get in Touch
Questions about brain nutrition, consultations, speaking or collaboration? Send the Feed a Brain team a message.
Nutrition Foundations
Unlock the Power of Digestive Enzymes for Optimal Brain Health
Digestive enzymes unlock the nutrients your brain needs. Discover how optimizing enzyme activity boosts mental clarity, energy, and gut-brain communication. ...more
Articles ,Food and Supplements for Optimal Brain Function &Nutrition Foundations
April 10, 2026•8 min read
Supplements to Optimize Your Gut/Brain Axis
Targeted supplements can powerfully support the gut-brain connection. Discover evidence-based options to improve digestion, mood, cognition, and neurological resilience. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
August 12, 2025
Gluten: The Hidden Dangers
Gluten affects far more than the gut. Explore the research connecting gluten sensitivity to neuroinflammation, cognitive fog, mood disorders, and neurological conditions. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
November 30, 2017•9 min read
Hydration is More Important Than Food!
Even mild dehydration impairs brain function, mood, and physical performance. Discover why optimal hydration is the single most impactful thing you can do for your brain daily. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
November 26, 2017•10 min read
Blood Sugar is Crucial for Your Brain!
Blood sugar dysregulation is one of the biggest threats to brain health. Learn how glucose, insulin resistance, and glycemic variability affect memory, mood, and cognition. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
November 25, 2017•8 min read
What is The Human Microbiome?
The human microbiome is a vast ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms that profoundly affect your brain, immune system, and overall health. Here's what you need to know. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
November 21, 2017•5 min read
All Health Begins in Your Gut!
Gut health is the foundation of all health. From immunity to cognition, your digestive system orchestrates your wellbeing. Learn how to heal and optimize your gut. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
November 10, 2017•16 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Healthy Fats
Fat is essential for brain structure and function. This comprehensive guide covers the best dietary fats for brain health, cognitive performance, and cellular integrity. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
November 02, 2017•8 min read
Ketogenic Metabolism Benefits
Ketogenic metabolism shifts your brain's fuel source from glucose to ketones, offering neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory benefits. Explore the evidence and how to apply it. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
October 03, 2017•9 min read
GMOs: The Science and The Controversy
The GMO debate blends legitimate science with political controversy. We examine the evidence on genetic modification, herbicide residues, gut health, and what the data actually shows. ...more
Articles ,Nutrition Foundations
October 03, 2017•9 min read
Food Categories
Organ Meat
Organ meats are nature's most nutrient-dense foods, packed with B12, choline, CoQ10, and iron essential for brain function. Learn why they deserve a spot on your plate. ...more
Food and Supplements for Optimal Brain Function ,Food Categories
March 19, 2024•4 min read
Sea Veggies: Nutrient Powerhouses!
Sea vegetables are among the most mineral-dense foods on earth. Discover how nori, kelp, dulse, and wakame provide iodine, magnesium, and unique brain-supporting nutrients. ...more
Articles ,Food Categories
November 26, 2017•9 min read
Is Meat Bad for You?!
The debate around meat and health is often oversimplified. We dive into the actual evidence on red meat, processed meat, and the nutrients meat provides for brain and body. ...more
Articles ,Food Categories
November 22, 2017•4 min read
Superfoods to Upgrade Your Brain
Certain foods offer extraordinary benefits for brain performance. Discover evidence-based superfoods that boost cognition, protect neurons, and support mental clarity long-term. ...more
Food and Supplements for Optimal Brain Function ,Food Categories
November 21, 2017•9 min read
The Magic of Bone Broth!
Bone broth is a time-honored superfood packed with collagen, gelatin, amino acids, and minerals that heal the gut lining and nourish the brain. Learn to make it right. ...more
Articles ,Food Categories
November 12, 2017•10 min read
Fish: The Ultimate Brain Food?
Fish is the richest dietary source of DHA and EPA - the fatty acids your brain is built from. Discover the best fish for brain health and how to optimize your intake. ...more
Articles ,Food Categories
November 12, 2017•7 min read
Bone Broth: Myth or Magic?
Bone broth has been celebrated for centuries - but does the science back the hype? We examine the evidence on collagen, gut healing, and the real benefits of bone broth. ...more
Articles ,Food Categories
November 08, 2017•3 min read
How to Promote Optimal Brain Health on a Vegan Diet
A vegan diet can support exceptional brain health with the right strategy. Learn to prevent B12, DHA, iron, and zinc deficiencies common on plant-based diets. ...more
Articles ,Food Categories
October 24, 2017•10 min read
Food Systems
Tools for Better Health
Practical tools and resources to support your health journey - from tracking labs and managing supplements to optimizing sleep, stress, and nutrition for brain performance. ...more
Articles ,Food Systems
November 13, 2017•1 min read
Improving Hospital Nutrition
Standard hospital nutrition is often inadequate for recovery and brain health. Explore evidence-based strategies for improving enteral and parenteral nutrition in clinical settings. ...more
Articles ,Food Systems
October 26, 2017•16 min read
Gastric Feed Information
Enteral gastric feeding requires careful nutritional planning to meet therapeutic goals. A clinical overview of gastric tube feeding formulas, protocols, and optimization strategies. ...more
Food Systems
August 03, 2017•3 min read
Supplements & Biochemistry
The Gut-Brain Packs
Explore the complete gut-brain blueprint: how gut health, diet, and lifestyle choices directly shape your brain performance, mood, and long-term neurological health. ...more
Articles ,Supplements and Biochemistry
March 16, 2026•8 min read
Uridine: A Key for Synaptogenesis
Uridine is a nucleotide essential for synaptogenesis - the formation of new neural connections. Learn how it supports cognitive function, mood, and brain repair. ...more
Articles ,Supplements and Biochemistry
July 20, 2018•7 min read
ATP: The Fuel that Powers Our Cells
ATP is the universal currency of cellular energy. Discover how mitochondrial function, nutrition, and lifestyle choices determine your brain's energy supply and cognitive vitality. ...more
Food and Supplements for Optimal Brain Function ,Supplements and Biochemistry
November 09, 2017•5 min read
Synaptogenesis: Facilitating Plasticity
Synaptogenesis - the formation of new synaptic connections - is the biological basis of learning and recovery. Explore how nutrition and lifestyle drive this critical brain process. ...more
Articles ,Supplements and Biochemistry
October 18, 2017•8 min read
The Essential Guide to Omega-3s: Why DHA is the Ultimate Brain-Boosting Nutrient
DHA is the most critical omega-3 for brain structure and function. Learn why DHA is non-negotiable for cognitive performance, and how to ensure adequate intake. ...more
Articles ,Supplements and Biochemistry
October 18, 2017•13 min read
Reactive Oxygen Species
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are a double-edged sword—necessary for cell signaling yet destructive in excess. Learn how antioxidants protect the brain from oxidative damage. ...more
Articles ,Supplements and Biochemistry
October 03, 2017•5 min read
Choline: Super Brain Nutrient
Choline is essential for brain development, memory, and neurotransmitter synthesis—yet most people are deficient. Discover the best sources and how much you actually need. ...more
Articles ,Supplements and Biochemistry
October 03, 2017•10 min read
Recipes
Feed a Brain Bowls & Blends: A Complete Guide to Brain-Supportive Meals
Build brain-supportive meals using the Feed a Brain Bowls & Blends framework — combining produce, protein, healthy fats, and digestive support for cognitive health. ...more
Recipes ,Food and Supplements for Optimal Brain Function
June 09, 2026•8 min read
Feed a Brain Bowl Creation
The Feed a Brain Bowl is designed to maximize brain-supporting nutrients in one delicious meal. Packed with healthy fats, phytonutrients, and protein for peak performance. ...more
Recipes
August 08, 2019
V's Cabbage Stew
A hearty, gut-healing cabbage stew inspired by V's kitchen. Rich in prebiotic fiber, sulfur compounds, and anti-inflammatory nutrients to nourish your gut and brain. ...more
Recipes
December 07, 2018
Golden Globe Latte
A warming golden latte blending turmeric, ginger, and healthy fats into a brain-nourishing, anti-inflammatory beverage perfect for daily cognitive support. ...more
Recipes
December 07, 2018
Terry's Green Ginger Smoothie
A refreshing green smoothie with brain-boosting ginger, greens, and healthy fats. Inspired by Terry Wahls, this smoothie delivers powerful phytonutrients and anti-inflammatory benefits. ...more
Recipes
December 06, 2018
Bone Broth Inspired by V
A rich, gut-healing bone broth recipe with deep flavor and therapeutic value. Packed with collagen, amino acids, and minerals to restore gut lining and support brain health. ...more
Recipes
December 05, 2018
Two-Ingredient Keto Chocolate Mousse
A simple, two-ingredient keto chocolate mousse that satisfies cravings while supporting brain health. High in healthy fats with zero sugar and maximum deliciousness. ...more
Recipes
December 01, 2018•1 min read
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Premade meals and pantry staples
If you came here from the book looking for /premade or /pantry, they aren't ready yet, and that's deliberate.
We're in the middle of connecting with new providers and vetting each option properly: ingredients, sourcing, oils, added sugar, and whether it holds up for a feeding tube or a modified-texture diet. Rather than list whatever is easiest to find, these pages go live once that work is done.
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My experience from coma to functional health practitioner specializing in neuroscience led me to train in physiology, systems biology, neurology, and functional health so I could understand labs, nutraceuticals, medications, food, and lifestyle to empower brain and body health for myself and my clients.
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