They must contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids. Six foods that are good for the brain, suggested by experts.
There is no need to explain the importance of the brain, but it is good to reiterate that even the control unit of our body needs good fuel to function at its best and not wear out over the years.
The magic words are: vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, flavanols, polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids. That's what a meal must contain to benefit the gray matter. Thanks to the studies of nutritionists, it is possible to identify six foods that, more than many others, contribute to the preservation of the brain, while also ensuring that the latter performs at its best during the day.
Six foods to keep the brain healthy: vegetables, lamb, eggs
Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach and lettuce, are rich in vitamin E and vitamin K. While the former has been linked to the prevention of cognitive decline, the latter plays a role in preventing memory loss while also helping to improve cognition.
Lamb is the only one among red meats that, when consumed once a week, helps long-term cognition.
Eggs close this first half of recommended substances: in the United States they are a popular breakfast, and indeed, rich as they are in choline, they help memory and protect communications between brain cells.
Brain, six foods to make it work better: salmon, blueberries, walnuts
In addition to being a source of protein, salmon should also be eaten because it is rich in omega-3, essential for brain development and function.
All berries are good for helping us reason, but topping the list of red fruits are blueberries: vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese and phytonutrients stimulate the flow of oxygen and blood to the gray matter, which benefits.
Finally, walnuts: thanks to antioxidants and DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, walnuts counteract cognitive decline by relieving inflammation and oxidative stress, which are harmful to our control unit.
About diet, one study analyzed over 3 decades the effects of a vegetarian diet. For a more sustainable future, it might be a good idea to eat only 3-D printed meat, which they say is even better than the real thing.
Giuseppe Giordano