The #1 Best Fish to Keep Your Brain Sharp, Says Dietitian — Eat This Not That - Eat This, Not That

Over half of the brain is made up of fats, specifically omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, according to Nutrients. About 90% of the fat that makes up the structure of the brain is in the form of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

Salmon is a rich source of DHA, as well as another important omega-3 fatty acid, Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA).

In addition to feeding your brain prime sources of omega-3 fatty acids, consuming wild salmon may help produce a powerful protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)