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Foods to boost your brain
Our brain is responsible for our functioning, it allows us to remember, think, speak, perceive, learn, and in general have adequate communication with the rest of the world.
To take care of it we must eat in a healthy way, it needs nutrients such as fatty acids, omega 3, vitamins B12, E and K and minerals such as iodine, iron and magnesium.
If we keep our body in shape, we keep our brain in shape, to achieve this, the best way is through good habits, among which are: good nutrition, and drinking enough water.
Food helps us take better care of our brain
Cocoa
This delicious food contains a large amount of flavonoids that, according to studies, can reduce the risk of stroke.
It can also help our body to reduce stress and relieve pain because it contains caffeine and theoromine.
The oats
Rich in vitamin B1, it acts as an excellent nervousness reducer and also helps fight intellectual fatigue.
Avocado
This fruit has a high content of good fats called monounsaturated that help boost neuronal activity and improve attention.
These fats have the job of cleaning the arteries which allows the nutrients to reach the brain and heart more effectively. In addition, avocado is rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Green leafy vegetables
Vegetables such as cabbage, spinach, and many other green leafy vegetables contain a high level of antioxidants that help slow down cognitive decline and also provide vitamins C, E and A.
Broccoli in particular contains vitamin K, which, according to studies by the University of Montreal in Canada, may be beneficial for retaining more information and contributing to the creation of better speeches.
Eggs
These contain essential amino acids such as choline and lutein, as well as basic nutrients necessary for memory, information processing and the other cognitive functions that our brain performs.
Yogurt
It has a wonderful combination of proteins and calcium that improve concentration, as well as intervenes in the production of dopamine and norepinephrine that help and enhance memory.
But to know how to take care of it, we must know it better.
What does the brain need?
Energy
Our brain consumes more than 20% of the body's total energy, it is highly demanding in terms of the energy it requires, that is why we must consume foods rich in fats, vitamins, fibers and natural proteins so that it remains healthy and in optimal functioning.
Movement
A minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity is really important, this will be beneficial for both the brain and the body, it helps us burn fat, and release toxins that our body no longer needs, it will also help prevent and reduce stress and the anxiety.
Break
A restful sleep of at least eight hours each night helps the regeneration of neurons.
If you are one of those people who have a hard time sleeping, teach your brain with daily routines in which you leave the electronic devices at least 20 minutes before going to bed.
To relax you can also practice meditation or pay attention only to your breathing.
This will help oxygenate the brain, and you will have better conditions to rest.
Take a break
It is important to take moments of relaxation, since stress can negatively affect our skin.
In addition, when we are stressed, a substance called cortisol is generated in our brain that inhibits the generation of serotonin.
Serotonin is the substance responsible for keeping us in a good mood.
Overloading the brain with information increases stress levels and reduces work capacity, a pause between activities is necessary to keep us focused and efficient.
Relaxation
As we said before, being stressed for long periods of time is harmful to our brain, look for activities that are to your liking and stay in them actively, avoiding distractions.
An enjoyable activity will help you connect with yourself and maintain good levels of serotonin and well-being in the brain.
