Seven Superfoods That Nutritionists Say Boost Brain Health
Nutritionists say if you want to boost your brain health, mood and memory, try adding certain vegetables and fruits to your diet. The seven superfoods being touted are cauliflower, brussel sprouts, bok choy, cabbage, broccoli, leafy green vegetables and certain fruits.
They include blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries. Maggie Moon, a Los Angeles-based registered dietician, says the suggested veggies have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can be especially protective against the brain because they contain sulforaphane. Need another excuse to enjoy your morning brew? Coffee contains more than a thousand bioactive compounds including phytochemicals that have protect your brain That’s a phytochemical that’s currently being researched for its potential to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, ischemic stroke and Parkinson’s disease
Some Takeaways
- Eating these superfoods can nourish the brain by improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and protecting against age-related health decline.
- Foods that support brain health may also improve heart health, blood sugar, and mood, among other benefits.
- Foods with brain-boosting nutrients are generally easy to find and incorporate into everyday meals (no fancy supplements or gourmet specialty foods on this list!).
We recommend as always you consult your doctor first.
