Best foods for brain health

Best foods for brain health

 Green leafy vegetables. Green leafy vegetables are rich in folate. Low folate levels have been linked to depression. Good sources of folate include lettuce, spinach, kale, asparagus, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, celery, and cabbage.

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Upgrade Your Brain Before Lunch

Upgrade Your Brain Before Lunch

The second half of the day is upon us at that 11:15 am time. Obviously the post-lunch lull can grab hold of us and make it difficult to make it through the day. Everyone is in pursuit of optimal performance and health throughout the day. The key is cognitive function. Did you know there are very simple steps you can take to bolster your brain power as well. In an age where attention is the new limited resource, optimizing the brain is as critical as ever. Here are 5 easy ways to do just that before lunch. 

 

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Could Eating Cocoa Improve Brain Health in Elderly?

Could Eating Cocoa Improve Brain Health in Elderly?

According to a new study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, yes!  But don’t go buying chocolate bars for your grandma just yet.  According to the study it is compounds known as flavanols, found in cocoa solids, which are responsible for the health benefits seen in the study. 

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