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Healthy Brain Foods that Can Boost Your Brain Power

By Kristie Leong M.D., published Dec 03, 2007
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Are you forgetful at times? Do you sometimes feel as if your brain isn't operating at peak efficiency? You may be able to alleviate this problem by changing the way you eat. Science is making the interesting discovery that there are healthy brain foods that can boost your brain performance when eaten regularly. Here are some brain power foods that should be part of your healthy lifestyle::

Fish Oils are healthy brain food.

You're probably already familiar with the heart healthy effects of omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oils. Those same oils also help to give your brain a boost by helping brain cells function at their peak capacity. To get the positive brain boosting benefits of omega 3's, you'll need to consume fish rich in omega 3 fatty acids at least three times a week. Fish that are high in omega 3's are cold water fish. Not a fan of seafood? Omega 3 fatty acid supplements are also available at sites such as http://www.curefromnature.com.

Antioxidants are healthy brain food.

More evidence is accumulating that brain aging and some chronic brain diseases are a result of free radical damage to brain cells. Antioxidants help to offset this free radical damage which may help to slow down the aging process and prevent cognitive decline. One of the best sources for these brain preserving antioxidants are fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants. Fruits and vegetables with the highest concentration of antioxidants tend to be brightly colored produce such as blueberries, strawberries, and spinach. Adding these foods for brain power to your diet on a regular basis may help to keep your brain functioning at its peak capacity.

Caffeine as brain power food

Healthy Brain Foods that Can Boost Your Brain Power

Want to improve your brain function? Change what you eat.

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Always good to know what will help in that arena.

Posted on 12/07/2007 at 4:12:00 PM

 
cool thanks for sharing

Posted on 12/05/2007 at 1:12:00 AM

 
interesting stuff, thanks for sharing

Posted on 12/04/2007 at 11:12:00 AM

 
Thank you for this excellent information~Great work!

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 10:12:00 PM

 
Very good info!

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 3:12:00 PM

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