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Nutrition and the Affect on Memory Loss
Nutrition plays a large part in the health of your brain and your memory. In addition to feeding
health nutritious items that are good for your body, but a diet of whole grains, fruits and vegetables
will also help keep your brain healthy.
Research shows that certain nutrients are great for brain function.
- B6, B12 and Folic Acid - Affect the making of red blood cells which carry oxygen. (Sources: Soybeans, strawberries, melons, spinach, dark leafy greens, broccoli, asparagus, black beans and other legumes, citrus fruits)
- Vitamin D - There is direct correlation between improved attention, faster processing of information, and general better mental functionality. Vitamin D also reduces risk of dementia.
- Omega 3 - Fatty Acids - (Sources: Salmon, herring, tuna, halibut, and mackerel; walnuts and walnut oil; flaxseed and flaxseed oil
- Vitamins C and E, and beta carotene - Antioxidants - Antioxidants improve the flow of oxygen through the brain. (Sources: Berries, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, green tea, nuts and seeds, citrus fruits, liver)