Junk food is no good for your brain
September 25th 2009 19:49
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Your brain is dependent on good nutrition
Apart from mental performance, your moods can be affected, too
Fish is great, full of omega 3's
Salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines keep the brain membrane and other things healthy
Choline is another nutrient found to be pivotal in brain health, It is a component of fat-like molecules in the brain that are responsible for brain health.”
Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that help to prevent damage to cells, including brain cells,
“Getting an adequate amount of all nutrients is important. Carbohydrates, protein and fats are all important to our bodies, as well as vitamins and minerals and fluid. To get all of these, we need a well-balanced diet along with exercise.
BRAIN FOODS
• Salmon: Omega 3 fatty acids improve memory
• Egg yolks, liver and peanuts: These contain the B-vitamin choline, aids memory and couters fatigue
• Blueberries: This fruit is laden with antioxidants to protect your brain from degeneration due to ageing. .
This fruit is laden with antioxidants to protect your brain from degeneration due to ageing. Sounds delicious.
• Dark chocolate: Cocoa flavanols increase blood flow to the brain, increasing alertness and cerebral function. Not too much now and 70% cacoa
• Green tea: It's antioxidant rich and shown to improve learning ability.
• Almonds: They're full of phenylalanine, which boosts adrenaline and dopamine so you can pay attention with the added benefit of focus and energy.
Apples and oranges: Good sources of vitamins and antioxidants.
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However, we should not intake more than 3.5 grams per day, or it might lead to the toxicity symptoms of choline.
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