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Eggs

Eggs are full of nutrients including Choline, that can improve memory, mental function, and mood. Vitamins B6 and B12 may also benefit mood in not just healthy, but also individuals at risk. Folic acid, otherwise known as Folate, or Vitamin B9, has been shown to help prevent serious birth defects, and protect against Alzheimer’s, as well as reduce the symptoms of some mental heal conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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Fatty fish

Over half of your brain is made of fat, and your brain uses Omega-3s to build brain cells. They are essential for learning and memory, so eating fish, especially as part of the Mediterranean diet, is a no-brainer. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, fatty fish can contribute to a greater reduction in brain atrophy and cognitive decline. Albacore tuna, herring, salmon, and sardines are brilliant brain boosters.
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Nuts & seeds

Packed with antioxidants, omega-3s, and Vitamin E, nuts and seeds have been shown to improve brain function and memory in old age as well as improve heart-health markers. It is also believed that Vitamin E can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by improving cognitive function. Almonds, hazelnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and walnuts have the highest concentration of Vitamin E. Pumpkin seeds themselves are a superfood containing copper, iron, magnesium, and zinc – crucial elements for learning, memory, and nerve signaling.
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Oranges

Oranges are a brain health food high in vitamin C – Just one gives you your RDA. Vitamin C has been shown to be key in preventing mental decline as it is believed that it improves attention, focus, memory, and reaction time. Vitamin C may protect against Alzheimer’s, anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia.
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Turmeric

Very trendy right now, this yellow spice has been a primary ingredient in curries for centuries and revered for its many health benefits. Curcumin, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, is the active ingredient that has been shown to improve anxiety, depression and memory.
Choose concentrated turmeric and/or curcumin supplements, as they are dosed way higher than you will find in the spice.
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Whole grains

Swap refined carbohydrates for complex carbohydrates that can be broken down more slowly – switch to whole grains like brown bread, brown rice, oatmeal, and pasta. They are brilliant for your brain because they contain Vitamin E which protects your cells and maintains brain function, helping to combat mental decline.
Summary – How does healthy food affect your brain?
We can all see the benefits of healthy food on the body, but lately, the effects of healthy food on the brain have become more widely documented and praised. Nutritious foods containing plenty of antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins fuel the brain and protect it from oxidative stress.
Reap the benefits of Ashwagandha and Rhodiola Rosea, alongside other scientifically supported herbs like Ginseng, by taking a supplement like Brain Tech – specifically formulated to optimize nerve function for learning and memory.