Feed Your Brain

In this article we will look at essential food groups for fuelling your brain. So if you are looking for tips on how to keep your brain healthy, you’ve come to the right place!

Healthy Fats

According to clinicalneurologynews,‘a 3-month diet comprised of 70% fat improved cognition in Alzheimer’s disease patients better than any anti-amyloid drug that has ever been tested.’

Research proves that a diet high in the right fats can absolutely help those living with dementia to think and function better, because they build cell membranes in the brain, promote healthier brain cells and less deterioration of the brain.

Where can I find the right fats?

• Omega 3 fatty acids
  • Oily Fish: Salmon, Tuna, Herring, Mackerel, & Sardines
  • Avocados
  • Nuts: Cashews, peanuts, walnuts, & brazil nuts
  • Seeds: Flaxseed, chia [Highest Vitamin E: Sunflower seeds, almonds, & hazelnuts]
  • Soybeans

What are other important food groups for a healthy brain?

• Whole grains are high in the B vitamins which work to reduce inflammation of the brain, many are also high in Vitamin E which protects our cells. Some examples are:
  • Brown rice
  • Barley
  • Bulgar wheat
  • Oatmeal
  • Whole-grain bread
  • Whole-grain pasta
  • Quinoa