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| Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:44am On Jan 03, 2014 |
It’s not just the elderly who suffer from bad memories. We all have our moments where we can’t remember the most simple of things. A healthy diet is always a good thing, but these foods in particular can help boost your memory. 1.)Avocado Avocados contain heart healthy fat and a little bit of fat goes a long way in boosting memory power. The body releases a hormone called OEA during the digestion of oleic fat (the type in avocados), the OEA hormone triggers memory enhancing signals in the brain, resulting in better long-term memory. |
| Re: Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:46am On Jan 03, 2014 |
2.) Chewing Gum Chewing a piece of gum increases alertness and boosts memory recall. The act of chewing gum increase heart rate, which in turn sends more oxygen to the brain and improves brain function. |
| Re: Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:49am On Jan 03, 2014 |
3.) Blueberries blueberries enhances brain power and boosts memory. Blueberries are rich in a phytochemical which plays a key role in reversing age related memory loss. |
| Re: Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:51am On Jan 03, 2014 |
4.) Walnuts Because they’re an excellent source of alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fat that the body uses to make DHA, needed to improve memory. Walnuts also contain an antioxidant called ellagic acid, which helps protect the brain from free radical damage. |
| Re: Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:52am On Jan 03, 2014 |
5.) Coconut Oil Coconut oil is the perfect brain fuel as it is abundant in medium-chain fatty acids, which is a fabulous energy source for the brain. Make sure you get a good quality product |
| Re: Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:53am On Jan 03, 2014 |
6.) Eggs Eggs are one of the best sources choline, which is an important nutrient used to produce acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory |
| Re: Memory Boosting Foods by Breegz14(m): 12:54am On Jan 03, 2014 |
7.) Green Tea Green tea naturally contains high levels of the chemical EGCG (epigallocatechin-3 gallate), which is a potent antioxidant. EGCG is beneficial for combating age-related degenerative illnesses, including improving cognitive function and memory |
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