Brain Food

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Some memory loss is the result of stress, illness, hormonal imbalance or a lack of nutrients. Eating certain nutrient-rich foods can fight these factors and help keep your memory sharp and your brain healthy. Replenish your mind with regular doses of B vitamins, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, choline, essential fatty acids, selenium and minerals.

LEAFY GREENS
Kale: Rich in beta-carotene, vitamins B6, C and E, folate, iron and zinc.
Other Sources: Watercress, Brussels sprouts, spinach and broccoli.

RED-ORANGE-YELLOW FRUITS & VEGGIES
Sweet Potatoes: Loaded with vitamins B6, C and E, beta-carotene, iron and folate.
Other Sources: Apricots, carrots, bell peppers and beets.

WHOLE GRAINS
Wheat Germ: Heavy in vitamins B6 and E, folate, iron, selenium and zinc.
Other Sources: Oats, quinoa, bulgar and brown rice.

PROTEINS
Turkey: Boasts vitamins B6 and B12, iron, zinc and selenium.
Other Sources: Walnuts, sunflower seeds, lentils and soy.

OILS
Flaxseed Oil: Dripping with vitamin E, iron, zinc and essential fatty acids.
Other Sources: Sunflower, canola, safflower and olive oils.

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Word. I can dig it. Don't forget those herbs either.

Gotu Kola, Foti and the one and only ginko are all great for the mind.

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Yeah herbs are just as important, very potent healing agents. Yeah Ginko is a potent herb. It distributes oxygen effectively in our brain/system, clearing our mind making us remember better - older people would usually take it but everybody benefits. PZ

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Foods to boost your brain power

* Antioxidants: Foods and supplements containing antioxidants (e.g., phytochemicals, catechins) could boost your brain health and longevity. Darkly coloured vegetables and fruits contain phytochemicals (blueberries, in particular), and green tea is packed with catechins.
* Omega-3 fatty acids: Omega-3 fatty acids found in many kinds of seafood, including salmon, halibut, and scallops, have been linked to nerve cell regeneration and reduced brain inflammation.
* B vitamins: B is for brain, that's for sure. The B family of vitamins is a rich source of food for the nervous system. The messages our brain sends back and forth between our nerves depend on B-complex vitamins, especially folic acid, vitamin B6, and choline. Finding foods full of B-complex vitamins isn't too hard. Folic acid can be found in dark greens, including spinach, asparagus, romaine lettuce, and turnip or mustard greens. Loads of beans contain folic acid, too. Try black, garbanzo, or pinto for a folic acid feast. Crack an egg for choline: egg yolks contain this B-vitamin in abundance. Other sources include soybeans, peanut butter, potatoes, and whole-wheat bread.
* Iron: Iron helps our blood to supply oxygen to our body. Deficiencies in iron have been associated with ADHD, learning disabilities, and lowered IQ. It stands to reason, then, that our reasoning skills could benefit from foods that contain iron. Find iron in foods like spinach, blackstrap molasses, lentils, tofu, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts.
* Vitamin E: Some stave off mental decline with a daily crossword or Sudoku puzzle. Foods with vitamin E could keep you sharp, too! Vitamin E, especially taken along with vitamin C, has been linked to reduced cognitive decline with aging. Take note of vitamin-E-rich foods: mustard and turnip greens, spinach, and broccoli. And if green is not your colour, you can pop sunflower seeds, almonds, or olives for a dose of vitamin E.

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Puppy Brain tastes like mash potatoes when you haven't eaten for 3 days.