10 Recipes With Ingredients That Could Make You Smarter

According to a study published Appetite, psychologist Merrill Elias reports that people who eat chocolate at least once a week are said to be smarter.

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According to a study published in the journal, Appetite, psychologist Merrill Elias reports that people who eat chocolate at least once a week was proven to have better memory and improved abstract thinking.

Besides chocolate however, there are several other ingredients that can help improve memory, cognitive function and abstract thoughts.

Read on below to see what they are and the recipes you can try out:

1. Low Calorie Brownie

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Smart Ingredient: Chocolate


Still as delicious as the original decadent chocolate classic, these low-calorie brownie is perfect when you’re on a diet!


 Find out how to make it, here.

2. Salmon and Vegetable Parcels

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Smart Ingredient: Salmon

Salmon and vegetables all cooked in one tray in the oven – perfect for minimal washing up later

Find out how to make it, here.

3. Blueberry and Strawberry Mousse

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Smart Ingredient: Blueberry

This Blueberry and Strawberry Mousse recipe contains yoghurt, which has been shown to help lower diabetes risk.

Find out how to make it, here.

4. Mexican Chicken Tacos

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Smart Ingredient: Avocado

Take a bite of these deliciously crispy Mexican chicken tacos for a midweek dinner in.

Find out how to make it, here.

5. Baklava

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Smart Ingredients: Nuts

Sweet, sticky and flaky, try this easy recipe for baklava when you want a decadently rich dessert!

Find out how to make it, here.

6. Tofu and Chia Stir-Fry

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Smart Ingredient: Chia Seed

Whip up this power-packed  side dish of tofu and chia stir-fry.

Find out how to make it, here.

7. Creamy Spinach Ravioli with Almonds

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Smart Ingredients: Spinach and Almonds

Elevate humble store bought ravioli with this simple recipe for awesome ravioli with creamy spinach and almonds.

Find out how to make it, here.

8. Chicken with Lemon and Olives

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Smart Ingredients: Olives and Olive Oil

Salty, zesty and lemony, this hearty chicken with preserved lemon and olives is effortless to cook up!

Find out how to make it, here.

10. Steamed Whole Snapper with Black Beans and Chilli

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Smart Ingredients: Fish and Beans

A whole steamed fish represents togetherness, making this flavourful dish great for family meals and part of feasts for festive occasions.

Find out how to make it, here. 

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