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Diet & Nutrition
Brain Food - Improve your Brain’s Capacity with a Few Diet Changes
Brain food - is it really a thing? Your brain stops developing at age 25, but it may actually be possible to boost your brain power and abilities by simply changing your diet. And some of the items may surprise you.
Coffee - it gets a bad rap, but studies have shown it actually improves focus, concentration, and mood. Long-term effects of drinking coffee have been shown to reduce chances of Parkinson’s and Alzheimers, possibly due to the antioxidants it contains.
Turmeric - while coffee may prevent neurological detriment, turmeric has actually been shown to restore and boost neurological function in people struggling with Alzheimer’s. It also boosts growth of new brain cells.
Green tea - similar to coffee, it contains caffeine, which pushes an instant boost. It’s also been found to improve memory and contains amino acids and antioxidants, all which support and encourage better brain function.
If you’re experiencing the sluggish pace that fall and cold weather can quickly induce, try incorporating some of these into your diet! Test it out and see what happens!