This Is What A Neuroscientist (Who Studies Hunger) Eats In A Day

Still, craving a blueprint for what to eat in a day is a fair request, as nutrition isn't always intuitive. To add some expert-backed advice to the mix, look no further than the mindbodygreen podcast: Neuroscientist and addiction psychiatrist Jud Brewer, M.D., Ph.D. (who, by the way, studies hunger), recently shared how he plans his daily meals, and we grabbed the details for you below.

The brain is the fattiest organ in the body and thus needs fatty acids to operate optimally—particularly DHA, which is the most abundant fatty acid found in the brain and helps keep the nervous system in tiptop shape. It's no wonder a neuroscientist loves eggs so much.

His go-to protein shake recipe includes: 

Brewer uses plant-based protein powder, but feel free to use any kind you like (pea, hemp, egg, or whey protein isolate). When seeking a high-quality protein powder, just be sure to look for one with a complete amino acid profile and at least a few grams of leucine per serving—here's one great option to consider.

For a more filling dish, feel free to add a rich source of protein like grass-fed ground beef, chicken, tofu, tempeh, etc. 

Neuroscientist Jud Brewer focuses his daily meals on brain-boosting foods like eggs, avocado, and protein-rich items while prioritizing plant diversity too. Just remember: "What I eat in a day" videos recount a single snapshot of one's daily routine. Even health experts have off days and indulge every once in a while, so don't hold yourself to unrealistic standards—after all, an uptick in stress won't serve your brain health.