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10 Superfoods That Will Boost Your Brain Power
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We all know that we need to eat the right diet for the good of our physical health. With the right diet, we can lose weight and strengthen the muscles in our body. But did you know that with the right foods, you can become smarter? That’s right, adding superfoods to your diet can do you wonders. It’s not common to think about foods that could benefit our brain, but it’s something we need to consider.
A boost in brain power can enhance your memory, sharpen your reflexes, improve your attention span, and ward off mental illnesses such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, and more.
Including these 10 superfoods in your daily meal plan will help your brain remain strong and will enhance your mental performance dramatically.
10 Powerful Superfoods To Strengthen Your Mind
1. Acai
Known as one of the truest superfoods, acai is packed with antioxidants with ORAC, omega-3, vitamins, and protein.
Acai has been known to enhance brain health and improve cognitive abilities as well as reduce the risk of diseases.
2. Kale
This leafy green exploded in popularity recently and is known as one of the most nutrient-dense foods known to man and one of the top foods for brain health.
Kale is loaded with vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin A as well as phytonutrients (antioxidants) and signalling molecules that help decrease inflammation of the body.
3. Goji Berries
Goji berries are an excellent superfood for boosting brain power because they improve the sharpness of your brain and help you retain information more efficiently.
Goji berries also help in reducing damaging inflammation of the brain as well as reduce the accumulation of toxins in the brain.
4. Spirulina
Spirulina is known as one of the most concentrated source of protein and an excellent alternative for those who are wishing to eliminate meat from their diet.
Spirulina also has many cognitive benefits! It reduces degeneration of the brain and prevents brain damage. What’s even cooler about Spirulina is that studies have shown that it can actually reverse damage done to the brain from aging.
5. Cacao
Great news! Cacao, aka chocolate has tons of minerals and nutrients that boost the body’s neurotransmitters and creates that pleasant feeling that many experience when they eat chocolate. But here’s the catch, when you eat chocolate that’s been cooked or processed, the cacao’s nutritional value is lost.
Cacao contains amazing levels of Vitamin C, something you find 0% of in a normal chocolate bar! Raw cacao is where the nutrients are at and are extremely effective in fighting against memory loss. You can try eating Cacao nibs mixed with Goji berries for a pleasant taste!
6. Maca
Maca is a superfood that is related to the radish and is grown in the Andes mountains. It can survive higher elevations and has proven to be a strong food that can survive the elements.
Maca has been known to improve the brains neurochemistry and helps fight against depression, stress, and anxiety.
7. Coconut
Coconut has gained the reputation of being one of the best fuels to enhance healthy brain function due to it being a rich source of medium chain triglycerides (MCT). MCT go straight to your liver to be processed into ketones, and then sent to the brain to be used for fuel.
By providing a stable fuel supply, coconut is considered to be great fuel for your brain and supporting your brain’s learning capabilities and memory retention.
8. Broccoli
Scientists have recently discovered a compound in broccoli known as sulforaphane, which has been shown to help protect the brain after there’s been an injury and actually improve the brain’s performance.
9. Beans
Beans help stabilize blood glucose levels, and the brain depends on glucose for food. Not only is it economical, but it provides the brain with a steady source of energy and helps prevent crashes.
Beans have been shown to improve the brain’s concentration and stamina.
10. Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are the latest trend in the superfood industry. However, they are known as the staple food for the Mayans and Aztecs, who used chia seeds for many dietary needs such as flour, oil, and an add-on for water. Chia means “strength” in the Mayan language and was considered to be a magical food because it provided much needed energy and stamina for the brain.
Chia Seeds contain an enormous amount of omega-3, calcium, antioxidants, iron, protein, fiber, and potassium.
If the foods on this list don’t tickle your taste buds, there are many other ways to implement these foods into healthy and tasty recipes.
As well as the superfoods listed above, there are many more Super Foods that help fight against harmful effects and prevent damage to your brain.
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