Brain Boosting Foods

Brain Boosting Foods

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Alzheimer's Disease is the most common form of dementia which is a progressive & irreversible disorder that affects the brain cells. Symptoms worsen over time, and genetics is a causative factor for this disease outcome. However, there is no identifiable cause and no effective treatments to curb this degenerative & crippling disease yet.  It is known that brain's of Alzheimer patients have plaque build up around the brain cells, similar to a clogged gutter or rusted metallic pipes, that causes blockage of communication between nerve cells & eventually cell death.

There are two factors that appear to play a role in the degeneration of nerve cells - oxidative damage by free radicals and inflammation. Age and lifestyle play an important role in this. In addition, having a sedentary lifestyle and insulin resistance play a role in this. Thus, memory and cognition affect to a great extent.  Therefore, it is important to focus on food habits and brain-boosting foods for brain health. Here are some foods that are found in your pantry and around your home, that you can add to your plate.

1. Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants.

2. Turmeric can reduce plaque accumulation.

3. Nuts contain omega 3, E & antioxidants.

4. Beans contain phytochemicals & b vitamins that are a fuel source for the brain.

5. Dark green leafy veggies are storehouses for phytochemicals and folate - both slow down dementia.

6. Red grapes and grape juice are packed with Resveratrol  - improves memory and prevents Alzheimer's.

7. Green tea can block plaque (amyloid) formation.

8. Small amounts of coffee, 2 to 3 cups/day lower the risk of neurological disease and diabetes.

9. Dark chocolate is rich in flavonoids - can improve cognitive function.

10. Fermented foods like yogurt contain vit. K - can slow disease progression. 

11. Extra Virgin Olive Oil 

12. Whole grains like millets, brown rice, barley -  are rich in B vitamins which protect the brain.

13. Coconut oil is rich in MCT oil - increases alertness & focus.

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