Your Home for Practical, Science-Backed Brain Wellness
At The Official MIND Diet, we make brain-healthy living simple, accessible, and inspiring. We offer free resources—including our weekly newsletter, recipes, and practical tools—to help you confidently bring the MIND Diet into your daily life. For deeper support, we provide evidence-based online courses, live 6-week programs, and expert-led cooking demonstrations that bring the science to life. We also partner with organizations to deliver educational collaborations, community events, and speaking engagements focused on nutrition and brain health. Whether you join our Substack community, enroll in a program, or attend a live demo, our mission is to help you build habits that nourish your brain—and enjoy the process along the way.
Meet The Official MIND Diet Team
Martha Clare Morris, Sc.D.
In Honor of Dr. Martha Clare Morris – Creator of the MIND Diet
Dr. Martha Clare Morris was a pioneering epidemiologist, assistant provost for community research, and Director of the Rush Institute for Healthy Aging and the MIND Center for Brain Health at Rush University Medical Center. She led the groundbreaking collaboration between Rush and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health that resulted in the creation of the MIND Diet—a landmark contribution to the field of dementia prevention.
Her dedication to improving the lives of older adults, her visionary leadership, and her tireless commitment to scientific rigor continue to inspire researchers and clinicians across the world. As Laura’s mother and Jennifer’s colleague, her influence is personal as well as professional.
The Official MIND Diet is inspired by her life’s work—designed to honor her legacy by continuing to study, share, and amplify the powerful connection between lifestyle habits and brain health. Her mission lives on through every student, every household, and every community touched by the MIND Diet.
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Laura Morris, CPT
Laura Morris is a professionally trained chef, certified personal trainer, and certified nutrition consultant with a deep commitment to brain-healthy living. She is the co-author of two books on nutrition and dementia prevention—Diet for the MIND and The Official MIND Diet—written with Dr. Martha Clare Morris and Jennifer Ventrelle. Laura specializes in translating cutting-edge research into real-life strategies that support cognitive health through food and movement.
Through workshops, culinary demos, and her signature MIND diet programs, Laura partners with individuals, organizations, and healthcare systems to deliver evidence-based, engaging education that makes brain-healthy eating both approachable and enjoyable. She also leads professional programming for clinicians and caregivers seeking to integrate MIND Diet principles into their care models.
Jennifer Ventrelle, MS, RDN
Jennifer Ventrelle is a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified in adult weight management, a certified personal trainer, and a mindfulness meditation teacher. With more than 20 years of experience in the Departments of Family and Preventive Medicine and Clinical Nutrition at Rush University Medical Center, Jennifer has been a national leader in research and education on lifestyle-based brain health.
As the Lead Dietitian on the MIND Diet Trial to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease and Co-Director of lifestyle interventions for the U.S. POINTER Study, Jennifer has shaped some of the largest U.S.-based investigations exploring how diet and behavior affect cognitive decline. She delivers clinician education, customized program development, and strategic partnerships for health systems looking to scale evidence-based MIND diet initiatives.
The Official MIND Diet, the Practical Guide for Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease and Eating for Optimal Cognitive Health
The Official MIND Diet introduces you to nutritious disease-fighting foods backed by over 20 years of research. Dive in and discover where to find, prepare, and how often to consume these powerhouse foods. Once you have a good understanding of the foods to eat and the foods to limit, you will learn essential tools to help incorporate these foods into your weekly routine. Next, we will highlight the most effective practices for keeping you accountable, finding support, and taking steps toward losing weight. Most importantly, we will show you how to plan effectively so you can manage all that life throws at you while maintaining your health and nutrition needs through an easy to follow guided 6-week program.
