How to Improve Memory and Feed Your Brain

by Jenna | Posted on

Are you looking after your brain’s health? The function of our memory declines as we age, but there are certain factors that can slow down the deterioration and actually improve our memory. Diet and activity plays a key role. So here is my tips on how to improve memory and feed your brain!

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Brain Boosters and Brain Busters. How to improve memory and feed your brain.

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List of brain boosters

Opt for Whole-grains for Energy
Take Oily Fish or an Omega 3 Supplement
Eat Blueberries rich in Polyphenols and Flavonoids, Blackcurrant and Tomatoes which are Vitamin Rich Antioxidants.
Eat a Variety of Medditeranean foods including Kale, Almonds, Pomegranates, Quinoa, Coconut and Cacao Nibs as Suggested by Dr. McKay.
Take a Multivitamin if Diet is Inadequate
Eat Pumpkin Seeds. They are high in Zinc and Vital for Better Memory
Eat Kale and Broccoli. They have high amounts of Vitamin K, helping our Cognitive Function.
Intake Vitamin E though Nuts or Supplements for Good Brain Health
Cook with monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats: Omega 3 and Omega 6. Olive Oil is Good.
Play Memory Games for free here at Lumosity to Improve Brain Memory Function. Stay mentally and Socially Active.
Stay Physically Active.
Choose natural food over processed food.
Go for grass fed beef and lamb.
Moderate your Intake of Fats, Red meats, Sweets, Sugary Beverages and Salt.
Replace Butter with Healthy Fats such as Olive Oil. Olive Oil also Tastes Delicious with its Nutty Flavor.

List of brain busters

In a few words…A BAD DIET high in processed, fried foods!
Don’t Eat Fatty Fast Foods
Don’t Eat Highly Processed Foods. The further the food is away from the natural source…the worse it is for our health.
Reduce Fried Foods, especially Cooking in Saturated and Trans fats.
To reduce the risk of heart disease, foods with unsaturated fat should be used in place of foods with saturated fat, and trans fat should be limited as much as possible.
There May be a Link with Exposure to Pesticides and IQ.
Sleeping Pills Cloud the Brain – Only Use in Moderation.
Reduce or Remove Artificial Flavor Enhancers & Drink Alcohol in Moderation.
Remove Junk Food from your Diet.
Reduce sugar from your diet. It can be as easy as stopping sugar in your coffee or tea. Not as easy, I know!
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