Banana w/ Almond Butter
This simple combo is more than a snack — it’s a sleep-supporting ritual. Bananas bring potassium + magnesium to relax tense muscles, while almond butter delivers protein + healthy fats that steady blood sugar all night long. Together, they support serotonin + melatonin pathways, helping your body slip into deeper, more restorative sleep.
Miso-Ginger Cod w/ Jasmine Rice
Tender cod melts into a light miso-ginger broth — soothing, easy-to-digest protein that repairs muscles + calms the nervous system. Jasmine rice provides steady fuel, while broccoli’s sulforaphane powers cell recovery + circulation. Gentle, grounding, deeply restorative.
Golden Chickpea Curry
Anti-inflammatory spices (turmeric, cumin, ginger) calm inflammation + steady digestion. Chickpeas bring plant protein + fiber, while coconut milk layers in healthy fats for satiety + deep nourishment. Add zucchini (or spinach) for phytonutrients + freshness. Hearty, warming + gut-soothing.
Adaptogenic Mushroom + Barley Soup
Mushrooms like reishi, shiitake, or maitake contain beta-glucans + adaptogenic compounds that support immune balance + resilience under stress. Barley adds prebiotic fiber to feed your microbiome, while root vegetables provide grounding nourishment for steady energy + mood.
Resilience-Boosting Fermented Veggie Buddha Bowl
Every bite blends fiber, phytonutrients + probiotics to steady your gut + uplift your mind. Quinoa + sweet potato fuel steady energy, while fermented veggies feed your microbes — your inner allies for mood + stress balance.
Chamomile + Lavender Latte
Chamomile gently calms the nervous system, quieting the “fight or flight” response + inviting balance back into your day. Lavender adds floral notes that relax tension, while cinnamon + vanilla whisper warmth to your senses.
Roasted Cauliflower w/ Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Sulforaphane in cauliflower acts like a shield for your neurons — reducing oxidative stress, calming inflammation + supporting long-term brain resilience. Roasting brings out its sweetness, while smoky spices keep your palate awake.
Lentil + Beet Salad
Earthy lentils feed your gut microbes with fiber + prebiotics, while beets boost nitric oxide to improve blood flow to the brain. Tossed with citrus + walnuts, this salad supports both mood + mental clarity.
Bone Broth w/ Ginger + Turmeric
Collagen + amino acids from the bones help restore + strengthen your gut lining. Add ginger + turmeric + you’ve got anti-inflammatory allies that calm the nervous system + soothe the brain. Sip slowly — it’s grounding, nourishing + deeply restorative.
Gut-Brain Support Kefir Smoothie
Kefir’s probiotics strengthen your gut’s microbial community, sending “good news” up the vagus nerve to calm stress + steady mood. Spinach adds magnesium — nature’s chill pill for your nervous system. Flaxseed brings omega-3s + prebiotic fibers to fuel your microbes + your brain. Blueberries? Antioxidant backup dancers for cognition.
Creamy Classic Hummus w/ Roasted Root Veggies
Carrots, parsnips + golden beets bring color, crunch + antioxidants. Roasted with a touch of olive oil + sea salt, they’re the perfect dipper for creamy hummus.
Apple-Pear Crisp
Loaded with seasonal apples + pears, this duo delivers fiber for digestion, antioxidants for immunity + natural sweetness that feels like a hug from the inside out.
Butternut Squash Soup w/ Sage + Olive Oil Drizzle
This golden classic isn’t just comfort food — it’s functional fuel. Butternut squash brings beta-carotene for eye + immune health, while cinnamon + nutmeg add antioxidant spice to steady blood sugar + calm inflammation. Creamy, silky, grounding.
Fall Harvest Oats w/ Pear, Walnut + Cinnamon
Rolled oats bring slow, steady energy while pears offer gut-loving fiber + natural sweetness. Walnuts + flax deliver omega-3s to keep your neurons sharp, while cinnamon lends antioxidant power + warm comfort. Breakfast that feels like a hug.
Rainbow Nourish Bowl w/ Farro, Veggies + Blueberries
Farro’s hearty fiber keeps blood sugar steady + energy smooth. Sweet potatoes + chickpeas fuel your focus with slow-digesting carbs + plant protein. Blueberries bring a pop of antioxidants to protect neurons + lift your mood. AND those greens? They’re rich in phytonutrients that brighten cognition + support calm.
Avocado + Egg Toast w/ Pumpkin Seeds
Creamy avocado lays down healthy fats to keep brain cells strong + neurotransmitters firing. Add soft-boiled eggs for protein + choline (hello, focus + memory!) + pumpkin seeds for magnesium to ease stress. Top with microgreens + lemon for a zesty, antioxidant punch.
Golden Milk
Turmeric’s curcumin lights up BDNF, helping your brain learn, remember + bounce back. Ginger + cinnamon team up to steady mood, ease inflammation + make your synapses sing. Serve warm, enjoy slowly.
Tangy Fermented Foods
Brain-Healthy Salmon Dinner w/ Dark Chocolate Berry Bark
Two smart bites for your brain + mood.

