imagesWhile we have always known that what we eat affects our bodies and how we look, scientists are also learning more and more that what we eat takes a toll on our brains. A recent study reports that regular intake of lutein, a component of many vegetables, boosts crystalline intelligence, the ability to retrieve and use what you know. 

Lutein is a carotenoid pigment found in egg yolks and leafy green and cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage. According to researchers, the nutrient has a special affinity for gray matter in the temporal cortex, a part of the brain critical for memory and linked to Alzheimer’s disease.

Other than cabbage and egg yolks, here are five foods you must have to boost your intelligence:

Bet on Beets
Root vegetables are some of the most nutritious plants you can eat. They reduce inflammation, are high in cancer-protecting antioxidants and help rid your blood of toxins. The natural nitrates in beets actually boost blood flow to the brain, helping with mental performance.

Consume Coconut oil
There’s almost nothing that coconut oil can’t help. And when it comes to your brain, it’s full of benefits, too. Coconut oil works as a natural anti-inflammatory, suppressing cells responsible for inflammation. It can help with memory loss as you age and destroy bad bacteria that stays in your gut.

Boost your brainpower with Broccoli
Broccoli is a great source of vitamin K, which is known to enhance cognitive function and improve brainpower. Researchers have often reported that because broccoli is high in compounds called glucosinolates, it can slow the breakdown of the neurotransmitter, acetylcholine, which we need for the central nervous system to perform properly and to keep our brains and our memories sharp. Low levels of acetylcholine are associated with Alzheimer’s.

Say yes to Salmon
Salmon is one of the most nutritious, brain food-friendly foods. It’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids to help keep your brain running smoothly and improve memory. Feeding salmon to kids can help prevent ADHD by improving their focus. It is also said that Salmon can help prevent cancer and kill tumors.

Build your memory with Blueberry
The consumption of blueberries can be effective in improving or delaying short term memory loss. So, what are you waiting for? Get dark red and purple fruits and vegetables which contain the same protective compounds called anthocyanins and have them regularly to see quick improvement.

Try adding these top 5 Superfoods to your daily meals. Let’s give our brain a boost!

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