According to Dr. Daniel G. Amen, author of Magnificent Mind at Any Age, most of us take our brains for granted.But we can promote brain health by consuming the following foods:
- lean protein, such as fish, chicken, and turkey
- complex carbohydrates, that are low on the glycemic index, such as leafy greens
- salmon, tuna, avocado, and walnuts (foods that contain Omega 3 fatty acids)
- water, to avoid dehydration
- blueberries
- broccoli
- oatmeal
- oranges
- red bell pepper
- spinach
- eat from the rainbow...foods of many colors provide the most anti-oxidants
- fish oil supplements*
- multi-vitamin/mineral formulations**
And it's probably not a coincidence that those lifestyle habits that protect the brain also contribute to the health of all our other organs!
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1 comment:
Great article. Omega 3's particularly are so important and the truth is that everyone should supplement. Even if you eat an all-organic diet rich in quality fats and proteins, stress and a busy lifestyle can still deplete you of these vital fats. The only catch, in my experience, is that most over the counter supplements are rancid or poor quality.
Another important set of nutrients for a fast brain are B6, B9, B12, otherwise known as methylators (detoxification).
This food list is certainly a great start though!
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