Top 5 Brain Boosting Foods It’s time to flex your mental muscles and absorb the Top 5 Brain Foods that boost memory and improve focus! 1) WILD SALMON Wild salmon is a great source of omega fatty acids, those good fats that are vital to proper brain function and the transmission of signals throughout your entire nervous system. Probably because your brain is made of more than 60% fat! Most oily fish have some of the benefits, but salmon tends to be richer than others and is also a great source of protein, not to mention being readily available. 2) BLUEBERRIES These simple, tasty berries are known for being rich in antioxidants and aid in the harmful effects of stress on the brain. This includes preventing the onset and reducing the effects of Alzheimer’s and dementia in the long-term, and in the short-term improve learning ability and motor skills such as coordination. For anyone going through a HIIT program, motor skills such as hand-eye coordination and balance are just some of the areas you’re looking to improve on, so a regular serving of blueberries several times a week is a must. 3) BROCCOLI Broccoli is an excellent source of Vitamin K, proven to improve cognitive function and memory, and considered a superfood in general. It’s also high in fiber, for a healthy digestive system, and one of the most hydrating foods. In other words, there isn’t a single reason on earth why you shouldn’t eat more broccoli, and if you are already eating it, try some more. 4) SPINACH Another well known dark green vegetable, spinach has long been advertised for its iron content and the benefits on building muscles. What’s not as well publicized is the high in magnesium and potassium content, which improve increase memory function and learning capacity, and also folate, another nutrient that prevents and reduces the effects of Alzheimer’s. 5) DARK CHOCOLATE This is one superfood you want to consume in moderation as it often comes processed with sugar and fat. When we use the term dark chocolate we are referring to varieties with 75% cocoa or more to get the benefits, which are undeniable. Rich in antioxidants, with minimal levels of caffeine, dark chocolate is proven to improve focus, concentration, and boost the natural production of endorphins, those mood boosting natural hormones that flood your body and give you a post-workout high. So next time you’re struggling with mental sharpness, indulge in a few squares , and feel better about it. Growing smarter has never been so tasty. CONCLUSION As you can tell from the list above most (if not all) of the brain foods are easily available at most grocery stores in organic varieties, so if you’re not eating any or enough of them, the solution is simple. If you find your focus wandering during the day or in the midst of a workout, make it a point up your intake over the course of several weeks and see the difference for yourself. We’ve always maintained that you only get out of a HIIT training program what you put into it, and you’ve followed those directions by shredding your body with the highest intensity for maximum results… There comes a point where it’s time to start working smarter instead of working harder. That time is now! :)
Posted on: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 21:59:30 +0000