February 3rd, 2017Which the organic machine in our bodies? THE BRAIN. It controls our thoughts, sensations, expressions, logics, calculations and so much more, at the speed of a lightning. It does many complex functions and is associated with all the organs in our body. Not only does it look complex and convoluted to look at, but also it functions in a similar fashion. It works, no matter you’re asleep or awake!
Though this convoluted organ weighs only 2% of your body weight, it consumes 20% of the calories you eat! More than half of the energy produced by your body is used by the brain and the neurons. Brain is a choosy-eater. The more carbs you eat, the more it functions. Sugars aren’t needed for it to function, but is needed just to fuel it. The more nutrients you eat, the more sharply your brain works.
Good foods augment your brain’s smooth functioning, your good moods, and your astounding memory power. To this day and age, when your brain functions decline, no pharmaceutical prescription can do the magic of making it sharp and functioning again. All the magic can only happen with the food you eat. These medicine prescriptions can help strengthen your brain muscles, but with a severely compromised health condition. So to be brainy naturally, eat the following foods liberally:
Blueberries for Brain
Blueberries house a lot of antioxidants and protect your brain from any kind of oxidative damage. Old-age diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, dementia etc. will be out of question if you indulge in blueberries snacking. It improves your memory, enhances your leaning power, and improves your cognitive function. It also enhances your logical reasoning, communication power, decision-making capacity, and numerical intelligence. Blackberries, strawberries and other berry varieties also help in the above. So, sharpen your memory with berries!
Oil that Organic Machine
By oil, we refer to coconut oil. With its medium-chain triglycerides, this oil is anti-inflammatory and has the splendid capacity to fight against infections. It strengthens your neurons and blesses you with an amazing memory power!
A for B
Avocados for brain! These big ripe black fruits are excellent sources of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids, with the combined power of monounsaturated fats. It is rich in Vitamin E, which again boosts your memory power and makes you a stunner!
B for B
Broccoli for brain! Yes, that brain-shaped veggie is such a good food for your brain. It contains in liberal amounts, the power of calcium, vitamin C, B vitamins, beta-carotene, iron, fiber, and vitamin K. This superfood for your brain fights free radicals in your blood stream and deletes any toxicity from your brain. Take it in the form of salad or a curry for your daily lunch.
C for B
Here, we refer to chia seeds for brain! Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and soluble and insoluble fibers, these seeds help best when tossed onto your milkshakes, salads, and daily snacks! Let them help keep your bloodstream free of free radicals and infectious organisms.
And, D for B
This is the end of the A, B, C, and D series for brain foods – worry not! Let’s bring this series to a conclusion with D for Dark Chocolate for your brain! When you’re stressed out, zoned out, spaced out, or whatever, grab a dark chocolate. We promise, you’ll find it working like an anti-depressant after having finished a whole bar! Full of flavonoids, it improves the blood flow to your brain and back to the organs, it enhances your cognitive power and boosts your memory magically. It uplifts your mood, eases you form pain and does a whole lot of good to your system.
Nutty and Brainy
Sounds contradictory? No, they’re not! Nuts, including walnuts and almonds are extremely super foods for your brain and neurons. They have a truckload of Vitamin E, omega fatty acids (3 and 6), phytic acids, B6 and a lot more! Soak them in water overnight and have them early in the morning on an empty stomach for best benefits. Soaking these nuts will help enhance and bring the nutrients to the surface of the nut, so that your brain benefits almost immediately.
Spinach Secret
Did Popeye stuff in a lot of spinach just for fun? Nope, spinach is full of antioxidants, folic acid, and vitamin E and can help enhance your presence of mind and problem-solving skills. Now you know why Popeye ate it every time he had to devise a plan! Spinach also helps fight cancer growth, detoxifies your body and blood, boosts your energy, and last but not the least, blesses you with beautiful skin! Who would not want beauty with brains!
The Aromatic Oil for Brain
Heard of the herb, rosemary? No? Google and it’s time to have it grown in your kitchen garden. Rosemary oil improves your memory power multifold and has an amazing aroma attached to it. It improves your mood, boosts brain function, gives you an astounding memory power, and at last, gives you beautiful hair. Again, who doesn’t want beauty with brains? Isn’t that a brownie point now?
Beans and Legumes
Why does your mom or an elder at home stress on you eating beans and legumes? Because, they are superb sources of primary carbs and fiber. They help in digestion process and absorption of nutrients at its best. Best nutrients then enrich your brain for a remarkable memory power and functioning.
Eggy and Brainy
Now, that sounds fun! Who doesn’t love eggs? Eggs are rich in choline, which are stimulants of neurotransmitters. It also has essential fatty acids which strengthen your brain and enhance its functions vastly. Eggs for breakfast give you a brainy day! Try them!
Sow the Seeds for Brain Power
By seeds, we refer to sunflower and pumpkin seeds here. Full of omega fatty acids, proteins, and B vitamins, this is definitely the superfood for an improved memory power. It combats depression and boosts your mood too. Use sunflower oil to make your dishes and you’ll definitely find a change in your presence of mind—it’ll act better than ever before! You could also indulge in the sprouted form of these seeds for the best brain power, ever.
The Yellow Matter
While there’s the grey and white matter in the brain, what’s yellow matter? It is your very own turmeric from the stash of spices in your kitchen! Turmeric is a strong anti-inflammatory and so powerful as to combat infections and inflammations even from your DNA chain. It has been connected with brain power in the Vedas, dating back to more than 3,000 years ago!
Olives for Brain Power
Full of polyphenols, olives are protective antioxidants for your brain and blood stream. They help in protecting your brain from any oxidative damage and enhances memory power.
The Banana Brain Power
Have you heard of the famous habit of having a banana and a teaspoon of yogurt before appearing for exams? Yes, this is a common habit in the North Indian states. Every child/student is fed with a banana and a teaspoon of curd/yogurt before appearing for their exams. Bananas are rich in potassium and enhance memory power. It also enhances your communication and presentation skills. So, let’s go bananas!
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