GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES
– rich in Vitamin B complex, C, E and Magnesium.
FISH (especially salmon)
– rich in essential fatty acids.
DARK CHOCOLATE
– high in flavonols and contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
EGGS
– rich in choline and used by the brain to make acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter for memory and brain cell communication.
AVOCADOS
– rich in both Vitamin K and folate. They’re also high in protein and low in sugar. Avocadoes are said to prevent blood clot in the brain and stroke and they also improve memory and concentration!
BROCCOLI
– rich in Vitamin K and glucosinolates that slow down the breakdown of acetylcholine, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s.
ALMONDS
– contain high levels of omega-3s and brain protecting Vitamin E.
PUMPKIN SEEDS
– an excellent source of magnesium, copper, iron and zinc.
Which one on this list is your favourite?
Could you add each one to your weekly healthy eating plan?
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