Quick Bites for Better Brain Health!

If you’re not a fan of Soduko or crossword puzzles, there are other ways to keep your brain sharp. Below are some of the best brain boosting foods around.1. Blueberries. These nutrient-rich berries are not just for muffins. Blueberries are loaded with anti-oxidants, which seem to protect brain cells from Alzheimer’s disease. They also seem to be protective against memory loss.2. Vegetables. Vegetables are recommended for everyone, but especially for those over 65. A recent study that followed over 3,700 men and women in a health and aging project found that those who consumed 3 or more vegetable servings a day had brains that functioned as if they were 5 years younger. Go for the leafy ones (kale, greens, romaine, broccoli and cauliflower).3. Fish oil. In a French study of over 800 adults, those who consumed fish oil had improved cognitive function and less brain shrinkage than those who didn’t. The link was only significant in individuals with normal baseline cognition and those whom tested negative for a genetic risk for Alzheimer’s. 2000 mg/day is typically suggested.4. Coffee. Want to reduce your risk for depression? A recent study indicates that women who drink 4 or more cups of coffee/day have a 20% less risk of developing depression than those that don’t.5. Green tea. Regular consumption of green tea my reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease as well as slow cancer growth. Most studies suggest consuming 10 or more cups/day to reduce tumor growth, though green tea extract is also available for the job.