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BDNF and NGF substances. Regular brain- used for improving blood circulation in the brain. When there is insufficient blood circulation
stimulating activities help enhance the brain to the brain, the brain health deteriorates and shrinks consecutively, affecting brain functions
cells’ ability to learn new things. In addition, a and efficiency.
well-balanced diet, which will control sugar 11. Mediterranean diet - main ingredients are vegetables and fruit, especially tomatoes,
levels, and increase good fats, vitamins, and often use olive oil in cooking, which contains antioxidants for brain health. It decreases
minerals, and antioxidants, also helps the brain the risk of dementia. Those who follow a regular Mediterranean diet will have less risk of
cells to transform. dementia or Alzheimer’s disease up to 40%.
Healthy Brain Foods Enhance Brain Cell If we choose to consume healthy food for the brain every day, it will enhance brain cell
Functions and Delays Brain Deterioration. functioning and prevent premature deterioration. It is much similar to exercising or eating
1. Germinated brown rice - full of GABA, healthy for other parts of the body. The brain needs good care to stay fit & firm too.
15 times more than ordinary brown rice. It
prevents brain deterioration and Alzheimer’s
disease. It also lets your brain relax and helps
you sleep better at night. More Information Service Info C010
2. Milk - It has all five major nutrients,
especially vitamin B1 for the nervous system
and vitamin B12 for the memory-part nervous
system, reducing Alzheimer’s disease risk.
3. Vegetables - especially spinach,
contain folic acid, an essential component
in the serotonin production of neurons, and
enzymes to nourish and strengthen
neurotransmitters.
4. Yogurt - full of vitamins and minerals
such as vitamin B2 and B12, which nourish
the nervous system. Consuming yogurt with
living bacteria will also increase the body’s
immune system.
5. Wholewheat bread - It should be whole
grains that are full of fibers and rice germ.
It contains carbohydrates, giving energy.
Not only feeling full, but the brain will also
function smoothly and be able to concentrate
better.
6. Fish - mainly marine fish. They are
abundant with good nutrients for the brain. One
of them is omega-3 fat, unsaturated fat, and
EPA and DHA. These substances help reduce
triglyceride production, the leading cause of
blocked heart and brain vessels. Furthermore,
DHA helps improve brain parts involving memory
and learning.
7. Egg - It is the most accessible source of
protein. It has minerals and vitamins, nourishes
brain parts relating to memory and learning, and
maintains the nervous system. Eggs contain
chlorine which keeps the brain and nervous
system healthy.
8. Fruit - Pomegranate, for example, can
reduce the brain’s stress. For berries like
blueberry, strawberry, and cherry help blood
circulation to the brain. And eating 2-3 apples a
day helps increase the production of a
neurotransmitter called “Acetyl Choline”, which
controls memory and learning abilities. This
substance also enhances the memory capability
of the Hippocampus, which helps delay
dementia.
9. Garlic - boost the brain to produce
more serotonin which delays neuron
deterioration. Plus, it improves memory. Certain
chemicals in garlic induce good moods and
reduce stress.
10. Ginkgo – an herb for treating dementia,
depression, and Alzheimer’s disease. It is
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