8 Foods To Boost Your Brainpower
In order to stay mentally sharp it is important that you eat the right foods and stay physically active.
Maybe people know that they should be exercising but a lot less people consider exactly what foods they should be eating to keep them mentally sharp throughout the day.
Here is a list of 8 foods you can eat that will help you stay quick witted throughout your day.
1. Eat Oily Fish
Your body is unable to make essential fatty acids (EFAs) which are important for your health. The best omega-3 fats come naturally from oily fish such as herring, mackerel, trout, salmon, sardines, kippers, and pilchards.
These types of fish are not only good for brain food but also help your heart, joints, and your overall general well being.
It is also shown in some studies that lower levels of DHA (omega-3 fatty acid) are linked to higher risks of developing Alzheimer's disease and memory loss.
2. Tomatoes Are Important Too
There is research and good evidence to suggest that lycopene (a powerful antioxidant) that is found in tomatoes can help protect your body against free radical damage to cells that can occur in the development of dementia (in particular Alzheimer's).
3. Eat Lots Of Blueberries
The consumption of blueberries may improve or delay short term memory loss as documented in research done by one university in the United States. Blueberries are easy to get and relatively cheap so there is no excuse not to eat them.
4. Take Your Vitamins
A 2-year study in elderly patients has indicated that taking B6, B12, and folic acid has significantly reduced brain shrinkage. These vitamins are also known to reduce elevated homocysteine which is associated with higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and cognitive impairment.
5. Remember Your Broccoli
Everyone says that green vegetables are important and there is reasoning behind that. Broccoli is an excellent source of vitamin K which is known to increase brainpower and cognitive function.
6. Eat Some Nuts
Nuts are a great source of vitamin E that can help prevent cognitive decline especially in the elderly. Vitamin E can also be found in olives, eggs, seeds, leafy green vegetables, brown rice and wholegrains.
7. Get Your Blackcurrant Boost
Vitamin C has long been thought to be an important part in increasing ones mental agility. One of the best places to find this vitamin is in blackcurrants.
8. Pumpkin Seeds
Zinc is an important element of your diet that you need to enhance thinking skills and memory. All you need to do is eat a handful of pumpkin seeds a day to get your daily dose of zinc.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
