13 FOOD ITEMS THAT BOOST YOUR BRAIN

 INTRODUCTION

We all know brain is our master organ of our body. All functions that our body perform are controlled by our brain only. 

Brain manages our heart beat, respiration, the way we walk, how we talk, what we think, etc.. 

We have to take of our brain and healthy food plays an important role in brain health. 

In this blog we will learn about 13 food items that are helpful in boosting our brain health.

1. BROCCOLI

Broccoli is very helpful in reducing the risk of neurodegenerative disease. As broccoli contains the compound known as glucosinolates, to which our body breaks down into isothiocyanates and this compound lowers the risk of neurodegenerative disease. Broccoli is also rich in nutrients that are good for brain health like vitamin C and flavonoid.

2. GREEN TEA

Green tea helps in improving the concentration and memory. The antioxidant present in green tea helps in protecting our brain from oxidative stress, and this helps our brain from disease like dementia, Alzheimer.

3. KALE

Kale contains compound like folate, iron, vitamin B. These all compounds are helpful in growing new cells of brain. Study have shown that among all green leafy vegetable kale is best for brain health.

4. EGG

Egg helps in boosting our memory as egg yolk contains the compound choline. Brain converts choline into  acetylcholine i.e. neurotransmitter that promotes communication of brain cells and also helps in reducing inflammation.

5. SOY PRODUCTS

Soy products are helpful in reducing depression and boost our memory. Soy milk contains omega-3 fatty acids that are helpful in reducing the risk of Alzheimer and dementia.

6. PEANUT

Peanuts are very good food for mood. Polyphenol present in peanuts are helpful in boosting the learning memory and improves our mood. Vitamin E present in peanut keeps our brain healthy.

7. TURMERIC

Turmeric contains the compound curcumin which have the property of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory helps in improving the cognitive function. It also improves memory and mood in older persons. 

8. AVOCADO

Avocado is superfood as it is full of nutrients. Fat present in avocado reduce the risk of cognitive decline. It also improves the problem solving skills and memory in older persons.

9. COFFEE

When we are tired we think a cup of coffee this because it gives us relax feeling. Caffeine present in coffee bean helps in improving mood, concentration and lower depression. 

10. WHOLE GRAIN

Whole grains contains vitamin B. Vitamin B and antioxidant helps in reducing inflammation. It also shows positive effect on cognition.

11. ORANGE

Orange is full package of vitamin C. It helps in protecting our brain against age related decline. Flavonoid helps in improving blood flow that protect our brain cell from damage.

12. NUTS

Nuts like almond and pistachio contains omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants that helps in improving brain function and improves our memory. And also prevents our brain from inflammation.

13. CHOCOLATE

Chocolate contain cocoa flavonoids that helps in decreasing stress level, improves learning power and memory.

Having chocolate is also good for changing bad mood.

CONCLUSION

From this blog we learn about 13 natural food items that are helpful in brain health and boost our memory.

Brain is master organ of our body every function that our body perform is because of the signals that are produce by our brain. Health of our brain is very important so take care of it.