There is so much imformation on what to eat and what not eat to boost your brain. Here are just a few very easy tips to build into your daily routine.
Brain Boosters:
Supplements! Make sure your high-potency multi-vitamin has a sufficient amount of the substances your brain needs most to stay in top shape. Among them:
Folate: A member of the B vitamin group, this nutrient is found naturally in legumes, kidneys, oranges and leafy green vegetables. Few Americans get enough in their diet, so make sure your intake is at least the recommended daily dose of 400 micrograms.
Other B vitamins: Vitamins B6 and B12 are believed to be involved in the formation of the sheaths around nerve cells that contribute to communication between these cells. People with Alzheimer’s often have reduced levels of B vitamins.
Vitamins C and E together: The most effective doses are 400 to 1,000 International Units of vitamin E, and 500 to 1,500 milligrams of vitamin C.
Omega-3 fats: Eat at least two servings of tuna, salmon or sardines a week, but consider taking a supplement, too. Though there’s no recommended amount, most fish oil pills provide plenty. Make sure that a third party has verified the oil is free from contaminants, such as mercury.
Drinking and thinking. be sure to SIP the wine..no need to rush.
Alcohol kills brain cells, and the more you drink the more brain cells are destroyed. So it’s a no-brainer to keep your consumption in check—no more than one drink per day.
Minding your meditation. Reward yourself daily with a little meditation! As little as 15 minutes a day may be enough—whether it’s sitting in the car in traffic or relaxing in bed before calling it a night.
