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Dale un estímulo a tu cerebro: 5 maneras de promover la salud del cerebro
Last Updated on July 13, 2024 by Daily News Staff
(Family Features) Cuando se trata de mantenerse saludable, se le da prioridad al estado físico. Sin embargo, es importante saber que nutrir y mantener la salud del cerebro también es importante para llevar una vida plena.
El cerebro es el centro de mando del cuerpo humano y como tal, influye en todos los aspectos de la vida. Mantener la salud del cerebro requiere proporcionarle nutrición, descanso y estimulación saludable.
Consumir alimentos integrales y saludables, incluyendo las verduras y frutas, como las uvas, puede ayudar a establecer una base sólida para la salud del cerebro. Por ejemplo, las uvas pueden ayudar a proteger contra el deterioro metabólico en el cerebro asociado con el envejecimiento natural; en un estudio en humanos, con personas de edad avanzada que presentaban un leve deterioro cognitivo, los investigadores de la Universidad de California, Los Ángeles (UCLA) descubrieron que consumir 2 1/4 tazas de uvas todos los días mantuvieron una actividad metabólica saludable en las regiones del cerebro asociadas con la enfermedad de Alzheimer en etapa temprana, donde se produce el deterioro metabólico.
Agregar uvas a sus recetas saludables favoritas, o disfrutarlas como un simple refrigerio, ayuda a mantener un cerebro saludable. Considere estas formas adicionales recomendada por los expertos de la Clínica Mayo para promover una salud cerebral positiva.
Duerma bien
Los expertos en salud recomiendan dormir al menos siete horas por noche. Como señaló la Clínica Mayo, el sueño adecuado puede ayudar a mejorar la memoria en general y la salud del cerebro al darle tiempo al cerebro para consolidar los recuerdos de manera efectiva.
Siga una dieta saludable
Comer de manera nutritiva beneficia al cuerpo de muchas maneras, incluso desempeña un papel en la salud del cerebro. Los expertos consideran que los planes de alimentación saludables como la dieta mediterránea, que hace hincapié en los alimentos de origen vegetal, granos integrales, pescado, grasas saludables, frutas y verduras, son especialmente beneficiosos. Recetas como la de garbanzos y cuscús con uvas y rúcula ofrecen una variedad de ingredientes para apoyar la salud del cerebro de maneras deliciosas. Esta receta también es apropiada para el corazón porque lo que es bueno para el corazón también es bueno para el cerebro.
Mantenga una vida social
Manténgase en contacto con familiares y amigos. Según los expertos en salud, incluyendo la Clínica Mayo, mantenerse conectado e interactuar socialmente puede ayudar a protegerse contra la depresión y el estrés, que pueden contribuir a la pérdida de la memoria.
Haga ejercicio regularmente
Mantenerse físicamente activo brinda beneficios muy conocidos para el cuerpo, y el ejercicio también puede beneficiar al cerebro al aumentar el flujo de sangre hacia este él. Después de hacer ejercicio, recurra a un refrigerio como las Uvas de California para obtener energía e hidratación natural.
Mantenga su mente activa
Al igual que los músculos de todo el cuerpo, el cerebro debe usarse continuamente para fortalecerlo. Con casi infinitas maneras de estimular la mente, hay algo para que todos mantengan su cerebro en forma, desde crucigramas o rompecabezas, hasta leer, aprender un nuevo idioma, jugar a las cartas o resolver sudokus.
Para encontrar más información sobre la conexión entre las uvas y la salud, o descubrir recetas nutritivas, visite GrapesfromCalifornia.com.
Garbanzos tibios y cuscús con uvas y rúcula
Tiempo de preparación: 10 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: 20 minutos
Porciones: 4
- 2 cucharadas de aceite de oliva virgen extra
- 1 cebolla pequeña, picada
- 1 1/2 cucharaditas de comino molido
- 1/2 cucharadita de sal kosher, más adicional, al gusto, dividida
- 1/8 cucharadita de pimienta de Jamaica molida
- 1 taza de cuscús perlado israelí
- 3/4 cucharadita de cúrcuma molida
- 1 1/2 tazas de agua
- 1 lata (15 onzas) de garbanzos sin sal añadida, escurridos
- 1 taza de uvas rojas de California, picadas por la mitad
- 2 cucharadas de cilantro o perejil fresco picado
- pimienta negra recién molida, al gusto
- 4 tazas de rúcula tierna ligeramente compactada
- rodajas de limón amarillo
- En una cacerola grande a fuego medio, caliente el aceite. Agrega la cebolla, el comino, 1/2 cucharadita de sal y la pimienta de Jamaica; cocine, revolviendo, hasta que la cebolla se ablande, aproximadamente 3 minutos. Agregue el cuscús y revuelva durante 1 minuto para tostar ligeramente. Agrega la cúrcuma y el agua; dejar hervir. Reduzca el fuego, cubra y cocine a fuego lento hasta que el cuscús esté tierno, aproximadamente 15 minutos.
- Añada los garbanzos, las uvas y el cilantro en el cuscús y luego sazone con sal y pimienta al gusto. Transfiera la mezcla de cuscús y uvas a un tazón grande, agregue la rúcula y mezcle bien. Sirva tibio o a temperatura ambiente con rodajas de limón.
Información nutricional por porción: 370 calorías; 12 g de proteína; 61 g de carbohidratos; 9 g de grasa (17% de calorías de grasa); 1 g de grasa saturada (2% de calorías de grasa saturada); 0 mg de colesterol; 160 mg de sodio; 8 g de fibra.
SOURCE:
California Table Grape Commission
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Put the Grill to Work In 2026
Transitioning from high-yield meals that serve a crowd to easy, homemade dinners can be a bit of a shock after the festivities are over. Save yourself the time and hassle of cooking after a season of gifts and gatherings with this Grilled Chicken Bundt recipe that lets the grill do the work for you.
(Family Features) Transitioning from high-yield meals that serve a crowd to easy, homemade dinners can be a bit of a shock after the festivities are over. Save yourself the time and hassle of cooking after a season of gifts and gatherings with this Grilled Chicken Bundt recipe that lets the grill do the work for you. For more time-saving family dinner ideas, visit Culinary.net. 
Grilled Chicken Bundt
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 4 potatoes
- 2 carrots
- 8 Brussel’s sprouts
- oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder, divided
- 2 tablespoons onion powder, divided
- 2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 1 whole chicken (4-5 pounds)
- 1/2 stick butter, softened
- Heat grill to 350 F with one burner off for indirect heat.
- Cut potatoes, carrots and Brussel’s sprouts into bite-sized pieces. Drizzle with oil and mix in 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder and 1 teaspoon salt; set aside.
- Rub chicken with softened butter, remaining garlic powder, remaining onion powder and remaining salt.
- Place some veggies in bottom of bundt pan. Place chicken on top of chimney or tube of bundt pan. Fill pan with remaining veggies.
- Place pan over indirect heat and grill 1 hour, 30 minutes, or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165 F.
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Mix a Little Luck into Your Big Game Menu
Picture this: Your team is down three points, but the taste of victory is just one field goal away. Sometimes, all you need is a little luck and a whole lot of guac. Dip into good fortune this football season with help from this Good Luck Guac recipe.
Mix a Little Luck into Your Big Game Menu
(Family Features) Picture this: Your team is down three points, but the taste of victory is just one field goal away. Sometimes, all you need is a little luck and a whole lot of guac. After all, an estimated 250 million pounds of avocados are consumed during the Big Game each year, according to Hass Avocado Board Volume Data. That’s enough to fill 30 million football helmets with guac – but filling your belly instead is a win-win for good luck and great flavor. Dip into good fortune this football season with help from Avocado From Mexico’s Guac Guru, Rob Riggle, whose visionary Good Luck Guac recipe is ready to share just in time for the Big Game. Whether you’re in it for the football, the commercials or the snacks, this recipe can score major points with your entire crew.
Crafted for fans of every team, this bold, golden twist on a favorite football snack is infused with ingredients associated with good luck – edible gold flakes and pomegranate seeds – to get you through the most nail-biting moments of the game. The star ingredient is fresh, high-quality Avocados From Mexico that offer good taste, good nutrition, and good times. Beyond delicious dips, chips and lots of fun, hosting a watch party can also be a lot of work. Make sure your hosting duties don’t create interference or put you on the sidelines with these tips: Get a jumpstart on party prep. The day before the game, tidy up your space and prepare as much of the food as you can. For dishes best served fresh – like guac – take care of the ingredient prep, like chopping veggies. Create comfortable seating and viewing areas. For a watch party, you’ll want plenty of room for guests to sit comfortably where they can see the screen and have easy access to the guac. If there’s not enough space in the living room to fit everyone, consider bringing a TV to the kitchen so people can snack and watch at the same time. Know your guests. From non-alcoholic beverage options to additional entertainment like board games and kid-friendly activities, become a next-level party host by providing a setup tailored to your guests’ needs. One thing almost everyonecan agree on: Guac made with Avocados From Mexico can be the star of nearly any party’s snacking lineup. Make it your team’s lucky day with more game day recipes at AvocadosFromMexico.com/recipe. 
Good Luck Guac
Recipe courtesy of Rob Riggle on behalf of Avocados From Mexico- 4 Avocados From Mexico, halved, pitted and peeled
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon onion, minced
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch edible gold leaf flakes
- In large bowl, mash avocados until chunky-smooth.
- Fold in lime juice, onion, pomegranate seeds and salt until well combined.
- Garnish with edible gold leaf flakes.
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What Are Comfort Foods—and Why Do We Crave Them?
Comfort foods go beyond taste—they offer emotional reassurance, cultural identity, and nostalgia. Learn why we crave them and how they connect us.
What Are Comfort Foods—and Why Do We Crave Them?
Food & Beverage | The Knowledge Comfort foods are more than just meals—they are emotional touchstones. From a bowl of chicken noodle soup to a plate of mac and cheese, comfort foods provide familiarity, warmth, and reassurance during moments of stress, illness, or nostalgia. While comfort foods vary by culture and personal experience, their purpose is universal: they make us feel grounded, safe, and connected.What Defines Comfort Food?
Although comfort foods differ from person to person, they often share common characteristics:- Familiar and nostalgic – Foods tied to childhood or family traditions
- Warm and filling – Soups, casseroles, stews, and baked dishes
- Emotionally satisfying – Comforting beyond physical hunger
- Rich in carbohydrates or fats – Which can influence mood-regulating chemicals in the brain
The Science Behind Comfort Foods
There is real science behind why comfort foods make us feel better. Carbohydrate-rich foods can increase the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood and promote a sense of calm. Warm foods also play a role. Studies suggest that warmth can enhance feelings of safety and emotional comfort, which may explain why soups, stews, and hot meals are commonly craved during stressful times or colder seasons. In short, comfort foods don’t just satisfy hunger—they support emotional well-being.Comfort Foods Are Cultural
Every culture has its own version of comfort food, shaped by tradition, availability, and shared history:- United States: Mac and cheese, meatloaf, mashed potatoes
- Mexico: Tamales, pozole
- Italy: Pasta, lasagna
- Japan: Ramen, curry rice
- India: Dal with rice
Why We Turn to Comfort Foods
People often crave comfort foods during moments of emotional or physical vulnerability, including:- Stress or anxiety
- Illness or fatigue
- Homesickness
- Major life changes
- Celebrations and family gatherings
More Than a Meal
Comfort food isn’t about indulgence or nutrition alone—it’s about connection. These dishes link us to people, places, and moments that shaped us. That’s why comfort foods endure across generations, cultures, and changing trends. Comfort food doesn’t just feed the body. It feeds the moment.Related Reading
- Why We Crave Comfort Foods – Smithsonian Magazine
- Why Comfort Foods Comfort – Psychology Today
- Why Comfort Foods Make Us Feel Better – Harvard Health
- Comfort Food and Cultural Identity – National Geographic
- The Science Behind Comfort Foods – BBC Future
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