The MIND Diet Course for Brain Health
The Only Comprehensive Program Dedicated Entirely to The MIND Diet
Move from confusion to confidence—learn from the authors and researchers behind the MIND Diet, and discover how to nourish your brain while enjoying the foods you love.
Eat with Confidence – Know which foods protect your brain and how to enjoy them every day.
Cook with Ease – Step-by-step demonstrations and meal-planning strategies.
Learn from Experts – Direct access to the co-authors of The Official MIND Diet.
Protect Your Brain – Science-backed guidance made practical.
Live with Freedom – Flexible, joyful eating without rigid rules.
The Official MIND Diet Course for Brain Health
Learn what the MIND Diet is, the science behind it, and how to incorporate it into your lifestyle to help prevent Alzheimers Disease. This course is for individuals and health professionals looking to protect their brain and learn more about the foods needed to offer neuroprotection.
From Knowledge to Lasting Change.
This isn’t just a course—it’s a shift in how you nourish your brain. By the end, you won’t just understand the science of the MIND Diet; you’ll know how to live it confidently, every day.
You’ll walk away with the tools to:
Make evidence-based food choices that support brain health—without feeling deprived
Adapt meals to fit your personal tastes, culture, and lifestyle
Enjoy flexibility and freedom while protecting long-term cognitive health
The Official MIND Diet Course for Brain Health
Learn what the MIND Diet is, the science behind it, and how to incorporate it into your lifestyle to help prevent Alzheimers Disease. This course is for individuals and health professionals looking to protect their brain and learn more about the foods needed to offer neuroprotection.
What You’ll Learn – 8 Expert-Led Modules
The Official MIND Diet Course is an easy to follow, self-paced online program for brain health—follow along at your own speed, on your own time, and return to it whenever you need.
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Start here to understand the “why” behind the MIND Diet. Learn the latest research on Alzheimer’s and dementia, the modifiable risk factors, and the foundational science linking nutrition to brain health. By the end, you’ll understand why every food choice matters and feel ready to take control.
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Dive into the research behind the MIND Diet, learn the 10 foods to choose and 5 to limit, and watch a hands-on cooking demo of brain-healthy snacks you can make immediately.
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Discover why leafy greens, vegetables, and berries are brain superfoods. Turn simple ingredients into vibrant salads, soups, and side dishes packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Learn how extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, and seeds protect your brain and heart. Get practical tips on drizzling, dressing, and cooking with these healthy fats so they become a delicious, daily habit.
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Explore the brain-boosting power of fish, seafood, and poultry. Learn cooking techniques and strategies to prepare protein-rich meals that are both healthy and satisfying.
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Whole grains, beans, and legumes are staples of the MIND Diet. Learn the role of these important foods on brain and gut health.
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Not all foods are created equal. Learn how to enjoy red and processed meats, butter, cheese, fried foods, sweets, and wine in a mindful, balanced way. This module is about flexibility and freedom without compromising brain health.
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Bring everything together. Receive a certificate of completion of the MIND Diet Course for Brain Health. Review key takeaways, celebrate your progress, and leave with the confidence and tools to live a brain-healthy lifestyle—every day, on your terms.
Science-based guidance to help you embrace brain-healthy eating with confidence, flexibility, and joy.
Grounded in decades of scientific research, this program gives you more than knowledge—it gives you clarity and confidence in how to eat for brain health. With our guidance, you’ll learn to apply the science in ways that fit your lifestyle, so nourishing your brain feels natural, flexible, and enjoyable.
What People Are Saying about The Official MIND Diet Courses
Thank you so much for hosting this program. It was so educational and I really enjoyed it! I am down a few pounds too!
— Anonymous, MIND Diet Program Participant
I learned a lot about overall nutrition. I liked that the program did not just include information about nutrition, but also about other lifestyle choices that contribute to health.
— Anonymous, MIND Diet Program Participant
Many of us know loved ones who have declined in their cognitive acuity or have slipped into dementia over time. But is there anything you can do proactively to prolong the health of your mind as more of us live into our '80s and '90s? Jennifer Ventrelle and Laura Morris have interpreted evidence-based medical research into the correlation of what we eat and drink with the health of our brains in a new program to create better dietary habits. Their purpose is to increase better brain health as we age. The 'Mind Diet' will help you understand how changing your diet can help your brain function better while navigating all life's other challenges. For us, it changed how we create menu plans, what we shop for and avoid at the grocery store, and how we attend to other life habits like exercise, journaling, vitamins, medications, and meditation.
Bob A. Cathey
I absolutely loved this program! It felt like the right level of education and the information shared was digestible (no pun intended). Even though the recipes always made me hungry, I enjoyed learning about ways to incorporate the food groups we learned about into my day. Having each week focus on a different group also made the goals we set feel achievable.
-Hope, MIND diet program participant
I loved the program! I preferred to attend the sessions live, but even when I couldn't I enjoyed watching the videos afterwards. I always felt like I left a session with more information that I could think on as I cook, shop or meal plan.
— Anonymous, MIND Diet Program Participant
About the Course Instructors
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.
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.