Food for the brain
We are all pretty much aware about the valuable effects exercise has on our bodies. Healthy and fit, what more can you ask for, however are you paying enough attention to all of your body? Recently I read an article that made me realize the brain does not get as much attention as the rest of the body until much later in our lives.
Keeping your brain fit means exercising your memory, constantly keeping yourself sharp and on schedule. What many do not know is that what we eat effects our brain as much as the rest of the body. If you are someone who likes to indulge in guilty pleasures at all times, most of the time without even realizing it, it might have tremendous effects on your brain.
I will not list the foods that are bad, all I will mention is; sugar (even artificial sweeteners), meats rich in fat, junk food, trans fats, candy, soda, all the foods we basically love to adore, can make your brain function at a slower and more sluggish pace. If you are feeling drained and not thinking as sharply as normally, take a moment to look at what you eat.
What are some foods that keep the brain healthy? These foods are rich in omega 3 fatty acids, amino acids, proteins, vitamin E, Vitamin B and calcium. They are proven to prevent dementia, and what could be the beginning stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
My personal favorite-Fish
Fiber rich foods-this means oats, wheat, brown rice
Fruits and vegetables that have been grown naturally-especially blueberries and spinach
Lean or organic meats
Nuts-not only good for the brain but also have been known to help prevent certain cancers (these include; almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, etc.)
Next time you reach for that candy bar or soda, unless it is a certain emergency, rethink it.
Interesting and helpful meal tip… I like to make a variety of veggie soups with an organic chicken base are very helpful in keeping your energy peaked throughout the rest of the day after lunch… plus a piece of fruit like peach, apple, banana, orange, grapes. I throw a large variety of veggies together to make a nice big bulk of soup that lasts about a week and a half, sometimes longer. This is a great way to learn all of the different veggies out there and how they taste raw alone while you are cutting them up and while you are cooking them with other veggies. The more variety in veggies in the soup, the better it seems to taste!