Many times people choose foods because of their heart health properties. Some foods may appeal to someone’s desire for healthy skin and hair. Other foods are popular because of their perceived impact on overall health. There is now research that shows choosing food to help maintain brain health is a very intelligent thing to do.
It is a fact of life that as people age their bodies will deteriorate in a wide range of different ways. Those who want to maintain brain health are now able to choose foods to assist them with this goal.
Blueberries
Some researchers have referred to this delicious fruit as “Brainberries.” Their studies show these berries can help the brain avoid the oxidative stress of age related disease like dementia and Alzheimer’s. In certain situations it was shown that a diet with blueberries improve both learning and motor skills. These benefits can be experienced no matter form the blueberrie are eaten. Frozen, freeze-dried or fresh, all provide the desired positive effects.
Wild Salmon
Many deep-water fish provide the important omega-3 fatty acids, which are vital for brain function. Another important part of wild salmon is that it contains anti-inflammatory properties. Other fish rich with omega-3 fatty acids are sardines and herring.
Avocados
In the world of providing brain health, avocados are right up there with blueberries. There are people who point to the avocado and say it’s a fatty fruit. What they need to keep in mind is that the fat from the avocado is a monounsaturated fat, and assists with healthy blood flow. A healthy blood flow translates into lower blood pressure and significant brain health.
Eggs
Many people don’t seem to understand that te cholesterol provided by eggs help promote brain health. Membranes of neurons are helped in keeping their shape by cholesterol. Eggs also contain an omega-3 fatty acid called DHA. Problems arise when a diet has too much saturated fat, and too little plant food. Excess consumption of cholesterol heavy food is what leads to plaque and artery blockage. A few eggs a week is actually a good thing.
Dark Chocolate
The strong antioxidant properties of dark chocolate contain a variety of natural stimulants. These stimulants result in improved concentration and help to stimulate the creation of endorphins, which helps to enhance mood. Researchers say eating 1 ounce of dark chocolate daily will provide all the needed benefits.
Spinach
Spinach can provide a body with folate, which is a B-vitamin that benefits a brain in a variety of ways. Folate assists with the prevention of plaque buildup as well as to create neurotransmitters necessary for learning and thinking. It also helps the liver to detoxify materials in the brain, which results in brain health.
