Avocados
10 Powerful Foods That Will Boost Your Mind And Body
Do you think that our food choices affect the functions of our brain? Yes, what we eat is not only reflected on our body but also our brain. Brain is the control centre of the body; hence all the physical functions are governed by our brain. So, if our mind is healthy then only our body will remain healthy. Now you may think that what is the role of food in all this? Well, all the physical and mental stress that our body goes through is opposed by our mind through inflammation which is controlled by the gut. So indirectly, whatever we feel, think and do is governed by gut hormones which influence the cognitive ability of the brain. Therefore, whatever we eat affects the way we think and …show more content…
Avocados
Avocados are one of the healthiest fruits! It is often believed that they contain fats so one should avoid them, but the truth is that they contain mono-saturated fats i.e. the ‘good’ kind of fats which will regulate your sugar level and will help your skin to glow. This fruit comes loaded with such nutrients that protect you against stroke, boost your memory, improve cognitive ability and increase your power of …show more content…
It is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids which ensure the proper functioning of the brain and, improves memory and concentration. It also fights against tumours and helps to prevent cancer.
Nutrients & Vitamins contained:
- Selenium
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin D
- Niacin
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- Proteins
5. Egg Yolks
If you have been using just the egg whites for fluffy omelettes, then start saving the yolks too because yolks are some of the most powerful foods for your brain health. Yolks are loaded with choline which is very helpful in foetal brain development for pregnant women. It also contains the very healthy antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin. It breaks down the ‘happiness hormone’ bethane; so egg yolks can actually make you happy!
Nutrients & Vitamins contained:
- Folate
- Omega-3 fats
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K
6. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Extra virgin Olive Oil is packed with powerful antioxidants (polyphenols) which improve memory and reverse the disease and age related changes. It also fights against the proteins which are toxic to our brain and may later induce Alzheimer. So, cook your noodles and dress your salads using Extra virgin Olive Oil
Do you think that our food choices affect the functions of our brain? Yes, what we eat is not only reflected on our body but also our brain. Brain is the control centre of the body; hence all the physical functions are governed by our brain. So, if our mind is healthy then only our body will remain healthy. Now you may think that what is the role of food in all this? Well, all the physical and mental stress that our body goes through is opposed by our mind through inflammation which is controlled by the gut. So indirectly, whatever we feel, think and do is governed by gut hormones which influence the cognitive ability of the brain. Therefore, whatever we eat affects the way we think and …show more content…
Avocados
Avocados are one of the healthiest fruits! It is often believed that they contain fats so one should avoid them, but the truth is that they contain mono-saturated fats i.e. the ‘good’ kind of fats which will regulate your sugar level and will help your skin to glow. This fruit comes loaded with such nutrients that protect you against stroke, boost your memory, improve cognitive ability and increase your power of …show more content…
It is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids which ensure the proper functioning of the brain and, improves memory and concentration. It also fights against tumours and helps to prevent cancer.
Nutrients & Vitamins contained:
- Selenium
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin D
- Niacin
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- Proteins
5. Egg Yolks
If you have been using just the egg whites for fluffy omelettes, then start saving the yolks too because yolks are some of the most powerful foods for your brain health. Yolks are loaded with choline which is very helpful in foetal brain development for pregnant women. It also contains the very healthy antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin. It breaks down the ‘happiness hormone’ bethane; so egg yolks can actually make you happy!
Nutrients & Vitamins contained:
- Folate
- Omega-3 fats
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K
6. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Extra virgin Olive Oil is packed with powerful antioxidants (polyphenols) which improve memory and reverse the disease and age related changes. It also fights against the proteins which are toxic to our brain and may later induce Alzheimer. So, cook your noodles and dress your salads using Extra virgin Olive Oil