
About the Chef
Member of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) | Neuroscience, Johns Hopkins University
Shenzhen-born, Kitchen-Tested, Science-Backed
I’ve always been fascinated by the intersection of food and the brain—how what we eat shapes how we think, feel, and thrive. As a neuroscience and computer science student at Johns Hopkins, I’ve turned that curiosity into hands-on research, shadowing Dr. Angela at the Bayview Clinic to study dietary disorders and their neurological ties. Those observations became the foundation for my book, Wired to Nourish (May 2025), which explores the science behind eating for mental and physical wellness. Here, I’ll share bite-sized health tips, brain-boosting recipes, and practical insights from clinical nutrition—because good food shouldn’t be complicated, and neither should good health.

My Cooking Demos & Vlogs
The Neuroscience Behind Food

Detailed Recipes
Recipes from all over the world, including European, Asian, American, Australian, Mediterranean cuisines, etc.

Brain Foods
Explanations and cheat sheets about the neuroscience behind various types of food and diets.

Healthy Diets
Explore various diet types—from keto, Mediterranean, and plant-based, to gluten-free and intermittent fasting—tailored for different lifestyles and health goals.

Cooking Tips
Practical advice for every kitchen: from knife skills and seasoning techniques to time-saving hacks and temperature control for perfect results every time.

“I came to neuroscience to search for answers, especially how the brain
works. But somewhere between, I kept circling back to the plate. I
realized the brain doesn’t float above the body—it’s built by it, fed
by it, shaped meal by meal. In the end, I decided to study the brain
to understand people. I stayed for nutrition because that’s where the
healing starts.”

Crystal Liang