Brain health is something that cannot be overlooked! So, check out 17 healthy foods that ensure you function properly
Responsible for essential daily functions such as memory, our cognitive abilities and especially all lifelong learning, brain health is something that cannot be overlooked. In other words, you can never be careful enough when talking about this super powerful machine!
And just like the rest of your body, keeping your brain healthy requires taking care of your diet, ingesting the nutrients needed to keep all your body’s functions up to speed.
“It is a fact that our daily habits have a direct impact on our physical and mental health. Therefore, it is worth highlighting that, in addition to a healthier diet with the intake of nutrients and vitamins, having good habits such as exercising regularly, sleeping well, keeping hydrated and avoiding the consumption of alcoholic beverages, is crucial for the good functioning of the brain,” explains nutritionist Vera Shukumine.
But did you know that there are specific foods to maintain brain health and give you that on in important roles? So it is! To do this, the specialist has drawn up a special list in which all the advantages are listed. Check!
Broccoli, cauliflower, salmon, soy and liver
“These foods are rich in choline, a nutrient that is part of the B complex and is essential for maintain cognitive abilities. Furthermore, it affects neurological functions and helps maintain memory,” says Vera.
Fish (such as salmon, tuna), soy, flaxseed and avocado
“They have omega-3, which is a non-oxidizing fatty acid improves our learning ability and it can improve our mood”, explains the nutritionist.
Nuts
“Still talking about omega 3, but specifically alpha-linolenic acid, which helps protect arteries and lower blood pressure. They are also sources of protein and healthy fats,” reports the expert.
Leafy green vegetables (such as kale, spinach, and broccoli)
“Foods rich in vitamin K, lutein, folic acid, beta-carotene and mineral salts, such as zinc, selenium, iron and phosphorus. This combination guarantees us good reasoningit protects our neurons and increases our learning ability”, explains Vera Shukumine.
Red fruits (such as strawberries, blackberries, cherries)
“They are antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties and a source of anthocyanins, which help keep your memory updated“, reinforces the professional.
So, did you like the information? Don’t forget to include these products in your diet to ensure your brain health is always at its best!
Source: Vera Shukumine, Sami nutritionist.
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