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10 of our Favorite BRAIN FOODS

10 Favorite Brain Foods:

1: Avocado.
Helps keep healthy blood flow
Good source of monounsaturated fats

2:Blueberries (or ‘brainberries!).
Protects your brain from oxidative stress
Reduces the effect of brain-aging conditions
Rats who ate blueberries had improved overall learning capacity and motor skills and were mentally younger

3:Broccoli.
Remarkable source of fiber
Rich in vitamin K, which is known to enhance cognitive function and improve brainpower

4:Coconut Oil.
Medium chain fatty acid, which ignites your body’s fat-burning furnaces

5:Eggs.
Full of memory-improving choline, Omega-3s, and vitamin E- all from the YOLK

6:Green Leafy Vegetables.
Spinach, kale, collard greens, etc
Good sources of vitamin E and folate

7:Salmon.
Wild deepwater fish rich in Omega-3s and DHA
Sardines are also good ( this is what SFH Fish oil is made of)

8:Turmeric.
Reduces inflammation and helps boost antioxidant levels
Keeps your immune system healthy
Improves brain’s oxygen intake to you alert and able to process information

9:Walnuts.
High levels of antioxidants and zinc
Rich in vitamin E, which protects your neurons
Wards off brain-aging conditions
Lots of magnesium, which improves your mood and thus your brain

10:Dark Chocolate.
Improves your focus, concentration, and mood
Stimulates endorphins
Generally, the darker the chocolate, the purer and better for your brain- every day I eat Lindt 90%- love it

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