Step 1. Understanding neuro-nutrition -- The looming brain health crisis -- Introducing the human brain, a picky eater -- The water of life -- The skinny on brain fat -- The benefits of protein -- Carbs, sugars, and more sweet things -- Making sense of vitamins and minerals -- Food is information -- The world's best brain diets -- It's not all about food -- Step 2. Eating for cognitive power -- A holistic approach to brain power -- Be mindful of quality over quantity -- A typical brain-healthy week -- Step 3. Toward the optimal brain diet -- How brain-nutritious is your diet, really? -- The three levels of neuro-nutrition care -- Brain-boosting recipes.