Feeling Forgetful -Try These Memory Boosting Food Items

Forgetfulness is a common complaint among people these days. This could be due to various reasons like stress, medication, hormonal changes, lack of sleep, genetic, level of physical activity and environmental factors.

Our brain requires nutrients just like our heart for its proper functioning. So here in this post I am writing down the best food items that you should include in your diet for boosting memory, brain functions and for the proper circulation of blood to the brain.

Salmon

Fish is considered as the brain food. Fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, sardines are rich in omega 3 fatty acids which strengthens the brain, improves the concentration and retention of information.

Berries

Berries especially the dark ones blackberries, blueberries and cherries are rich source of anthocyanins and other flavonoids which increases neuron signalling in the brain, improves memory and all other cognitive functions such as reasoning, decision making, verbal comprehensions and numerical ability.

Broccoli

Broccoli has many health benefits and disease fighting properties. In addition to this, it is also one of best the brain food as it contains two main nutrients Vitamin K and Folic acid which helps in boosting memory. Broccoli contains nutrients like calcium, iron, beta cerotene, Vitamin C, B and many others which helps in removing heavy metals that can do damage to the brain.

Whole Grains

Brain cannot work properly without the adequate supply of energy. This energy comes from whole grain food in the form of glucose in our blood to the brain.This energy can keep us mentally alert through out the day. 

Beans and Legumes

Beans and legumes are excellent source of complex carbohydrates. These carbohydrates are also mixed with fiber which slows down the absorption process, giving a steady supply of glucose for the brain. Folate, a B Vitamin is found in abundance in beans and legumes which helps in enhancing brain functions.

Coffee

Coffee is one of the top source of caffeine. Caffeine is beneficial for short term memory and attention.

Dark Chocolate

Dark Chocolate is considered as mood booster. Dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain which in turn improves memory and its related functions.

Nuts

Nuts mainly walnuts and almonds are considered very good for the brain and nervous system. These contain omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids ,Vitamin B6 and Vitamin E. Vitamin E  proves very beneficial for boositng brain power.

Spinach

Spinach is a good source of folate and Vitamin E. The nutrients in spinach reduces the damage to DNA, cancel cell growth, tumor growth and also slows down the effects of aging.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes contain lycopene, this antioxidant helps in improving short term memory and also protects from cell damage which is common in patients suffering from demetia or Alhzimer's.

Sunflower Seeds

Sunflower seeds including pumpkin seeds are rich in omega fatty acids, protein, Vitamin E. These seeds also helps in boosting memory.

Eggs

Eggs helps in improving short term memory and other brain functions. Eggs contain choline which is an important nutrient for improving neuron signals to the brain.

Go for these memory boosting tips and let me know, how did it helped you. If you know more brain food, feel free to write the same under comments.