Do you want to be razor sharp and lightning fast?
Do you secretly wish to think on your feet and charm someone with your sharp-wit?
Read on, your prayers may have been answered. We’ve put together a list of 'superfoods' to enhance your brain power and mental well-being.
Superfood #1: Walnut
Walnuts are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. Studies suggest that popping in a few walnuts a day can enhance concentration, cognitive functions and mental health.
How they help: Enhance concentration and cognitive functions
How to eat: Carry a small tiffin or box full of walnuts and get into a habit of popping in a few nuts every time you travel.
Superfood #2: Blueberries, Strawberries
Blueberries and strawberries are rich in antioxidants and polyphenolics. Make the best out of these fruits while they’re in the season.
How they help: Improves short-term memory and attention, delays age-related problems such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson's and dementia.
Superfood #3: Fish
Fish oil, especially present in fish such as salmon, mackerel, prawns, mussels and trout are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids.
How they help: Boosts short-term and long-term memory
How to eat: Alternate between the choice of fish (basis availability in your local market) and have at least two fish-based meals a week.
Superfood #4: Eggs
The bright round yolk that we usually discard for its cholesterol content actually contains a large amount of choline, which is beneficial. Undeniably, eggs are one of the most inexpensive sources of protein.
How they help: Maintaining memory and communication
How to eat: Eat eggs (preferably boiled ones) for breakfast at least three times a week.
Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and kale are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
How they help: Known to prevent oxidative damage and fight cancer cells
Superfood #6: Pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds are also known as ‘super seeds’ for its nutritious contents. They’re rich in Omega-3, Omega-6, zinc and magnesium which help in a range of brain-related functions.
How they help: Boost memory, concentration, speed and problem-solving skills
How to eat: Powdered pumpkin seeds can be added to Indian gravies or roasted pumpkin seeds can serve as a healthy and light snack.
Superfood #7: Spinach
Spinach is packed and loaded with essential nutrients like folate, beta-carotene and lutein. Spinach is your go-to ‘brain food’.
How they help: Helps in averting dementia and keeping your brain active and alert in old age
How to eat: Make this a part of your weekly regimen, cook spinach two to three times a week for optimised results.
Superfood #8: Dark chocolate and caffeine
Dark chocolate is stuffed with antioxidants and caffeine which helps in increasing the blood flow to the brain resulting in augmented alertness.
How they help: Enhanced attention span, focus and concentration
How to eat: Don’t overdose on dark chocolate or coffee since its listed here, consume it as occasionally as once to twice a week during the day.
Superfood #9: Beetroot
Beetroot is one of the fastest and effective superfoods and boosts performance within 90 minutes of consumption. It is rich in nitrates and magnifies blood flow to the brain.
How they help: Sharper reasoning skills and improved attention span
How to eat: Include it in your meal as a salad, soup, juice or as an ingredient in your sandwiches.
With such an elaborate and handy list, we could all do with a little bit of extra oomph, couldn’t we now?
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