8 NUTRIENTS TO SUPERCHARGE BRAIN POWER

By bella Jan 14, 2019 0

1. DRINK GREEN TEA FOR EGCG

Epigallocatchin-3-gallate is a nutrient found in green tea that may have positive effects on neuron cells in the hippocampus, the area of the brain that processes information from short term to long-term memory. 2-3 cups a day are ideal.

2. SPICE IT UP WITH TURMERIC

Turmeric contains an antioxidant called curcumin, and studies have found that it may help reduce inflammation.

3. EAT MORE ONIONS!

Onions are a rich source of quercetin, an antioxidant which may boost cognition, learning and memory. You can also find in berries, tomatoes, broccoli, apples and lettuce.

4. EAT HEALTHY FATS

Monounsaturated fatty acids. Healthy fats like olive oil, avocados and nuts are with good healthy fats that may support cognitive health.

5. 1 GLASS OF WINE PER DAY KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY

Red wine is rich in the antioxidant resveratrol, which has been linked to a reduction in beta amyloid an Alzheimer’s related protein.

6. EAT SOME STRAWBERRIES

Fisetin is a molecule found in strawberries, which may help block oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain.

7. KEEP CALM AND EAT FISH

DHA, an omega 3 fatty acid found in high amounts of fish, has shown the potential to benefit cognition.

8. WE ALL KNOW HOW IMPORTANT IT IS… EAT YOUR GREENS

Leafy green veggies are a rich source of the antioxidant lutein, which may protect ‘crystallised intelligence’, the ability to use skills acquired over a life time!