NutritionBrain & nervous systemGeneral wellnessFitness & exercise

How can good fats improve brain function?

Good dietary fat is a rich source of energy for the cells in our brains, which along with exercise can stimulate the growth of new brain cells and improve memory. Watch neurologist David Perlmutter, MD, explain how eating fat improves brain function.


LearnHealthy fatsHow can good fats improve brain function?

Up Next

  • What is neurogenesis?

  • What foods can help boost my memory?

  • What are the health benefits of eating avocados?

  • What foods are good for a healthy brain?

  • How can probiotics help improve my brain health?

  • How do omega-3 fatty acids boost brain health?

  • 7 brain foods to include in your diet

  • How does inflammation affect the brain?

  • Should i include eggs in a healthy diet?

  • What are the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids?

Up Next

  • What is neurogenesis?

  • What foods can help boost my memory?

  • What are the health benefits of eating avocados?

  • What foods are good for a healthy brain?

  • How can probiotics help improve my brain health?

  • How do omega-3 fatty acids boost brain health?

  • 7 brain foods to include in your diet

  • How does inflammation affect the brain?

  • Should i include eggs in a healthy diet?

  • What are the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids?

AskMDAskMD

Curious about healthy eating?

Get instant answers from our AI health assistant

Ask Now

Recommended for you

Eating the right kind of dietary fat can help you boost your memory, lower your cholesterol levels, and so much more.

Avoiding fat? 7 reasons you shouldn't
Slideshow

An overview of TTR stabilizers and gene-silencing therapies for treating hereditary transthyretin (hATTR) amyloidosis.

Treatment options for HATTR amyloidosis
Article

Here’s how to use everyday cleaners safely and correctly to ward off germs.

9 dos and don’ts of disinfecting
Article

Learn the basics of this public health tool and how it helped officials monitor and control the COVID pandemic.

What to know about contact tracing
Article

While much of your cancer risk is out of your hands, you may be able to lower your odds by managing your weight.

What to know about obesity and cancer
Article
AskMDHow can I be more consistent?
AskMD by Sharecare LogoAskMD by Sharecare Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.

ask-mdask-md
AskMD by Sharecare LogoAskMD by Sharecare Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.