Top 5 Best Foods to Boost Your Brainpower

If you feel you are often forgetful or not as sharp as you should be, this article will be of tremendous help.  There are easy and natural ways you can boost your brain’s power by simply consuming the following foods!

Blueberries

Blueberries have long been associated with benefiting the brain.  This powerful yummy fruit can be enjoyed even by diabetics because it is low on the glycemic index as well as being high in fiber.  This small but mighty fruit has been shown to improve Alzheimer disease by improving motor and learning skills. 

You can incorporate blueberries in so many recipes; from a simple fruit salad to adding to your cereal or making a healthy smoothie.  Try to avoid sugary dried blueberries and opt for the local organic fresh at your grocery store.

Avocados

Avocados are high in monounsaturated fat, which is essential for good health.  Avocados are not only creamy and delicious, but very beneficial to your brain.  The good fat helps circulation, which is very important for a healthy brain.  Don’t be afraid to incorporate healthy fats into your diet, in fact if you haven’t already you really need to start incorporating these important and healthy fats. 

The best way to serve avocado as a healthy snack is to chill it, cut into large squares, then enjoy with a squeeze of fresh lime juice (trust us on this one!)

Salmon

Wild salmon as we know is high in omega 3 fatty acids which are critical to brain health and functionality.  Omega 3 fatty acids are the best food for your brain.  Omega 3 fatty acids have been known to improve sharpness as well as cognitive skills.  These essential fatty acids will improve your memory, mood as well help reduce anxiety. 

Always choose wild Alaskan salmon and any farmed fish including salmon.  Do not eat more than twice a week due to the mercury levels the salmon might have.  You can eat it in various ways such as smoked, raw and baked.

Nuts and Grains

Nuts are another food high in beneficial fats that should be incorporated into your diet.  They are also high in vitamin E and will give you a nice energy boost.  Try to go for the healthiest nuts; walnuts being the best and almonds being second runner. 

Ideally, you want to consume them organic raw without any seasonings or added salt.  This will give you a very healthy snack without the added sugar or sodium that you don’t need.

Garlic

Garlic is a miracle food.  Consume fresh garlic whenever possible.  Garlic not only will strengthen your immune system, but it will also benefit your brain.  Try and get it organic at your local grocery store for highest quality.  Consume as much garlic as you want.  The more the better.

These are only a few things you can eat that will really benefit your brain.  They are all very easy to incorporate into your diet, so what are you waiting for?  Go online and get great recipes with these delicious ingredients and start giving your brain the healthy foods it needs to be the best it can be.