According to luminosity.com, the following “tummy fillers” can also do your brain a lot a of good.
Fish: The original brain food” contains lots of omega – 3 fatty acids and fish oils, like salmon and cod. Omega-3s are beneficial in a number of ways, including promoting neuronal growth, improved cholesterol, and fortification of myelin sheaths, which facilitate communication between neurons.
Vegetables: This is great antioxidants, which may reduce the risk of developing cognitive impairment by diminishing oxidant stress. Spinach, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cauliflower are among the top candidates.
Fruits: Like vegetables, fruits are rich in antioxidants. However, fruits taste better. Some of your healthiest options are blueberries, papayas, blackberries, cranberries, strawberries, plums, avocados, oranges, red, grapes, red bell peppers, cherries, kiwis.
Water: Be sure to get enough to keep your body and brain hydrated. Dehydration can cause a headache now, and can lead to long-term neuronal damage sustained from elevated stress hormones.
Chocolate: Last (and arguably least beneficial) are cocoa beans, which contain the flavanol epicatechin and antioxidants. Dark chocolate is best, and avoid candy bars with lots of added sugars. Also, recent research suggest that chocolate can improve memory.
A complete and balanced diet is probably the soundest advice, but some specific types of food are especially good for the brain health. The aforementioned are a few of the best.
