Foods - What Else to Make You Smarter?

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As well we know that the top performance of your brain is so important to support your daily activities and even can be so closely associated with your carrier. Before continuing to read this article, don’t forget to read also the previous article ‘best foods to get smarter part I’! So, what else best foods to make you smarter?

There are a lot of foods to choose from to make the performance of your brain will work better. And the following are some of those choices!

Yogurt and milk

Both are a high source of vitamin B and protein (especially enzymes and neurotransmitters that will be so essential and important for the growth of brain tissue). They also contain more carbohydrates and protein that can be good source of energy for your brain.

You might clearly understand that yogurt and milk are also important to keep the health of bones, because they also have a high source of vitamin D, which is needed and so important for nervous system and muscle.

For better result, you can choose fat-free milk and fat-free yogurt, particularly if you have a diet program to lose your weight.

Nuts

Nuts are so special, because they can supply more energy for your body from complex carbohydrates and protein. Not only that; nuts are also rich in minerals, fiber, and vitamin. Therefore, nuts can be one of good alternatives to sustain the ability and energy of the brain to work. So, nuts will be good idea for the lunch of your children in order to keep well the performance of their brain in the afternoon.

Some studies found that the best nuts that contain higher amount of omega-3 fatty acids (particularly for ALA ‘one of omega-3 types that is so essential for the growth & brain function) are pinto beans and red beans.

Vegetables

Vegetables, especially some that come with more colorful like carrots, spinach, pumpkin, tomatoes & red sweet potato are antioxidants-&-nutrients-rich foods!

Therefore, colorful vegetables also can be one of great choices to promote better performance and health of the brain. Read also health benefits from vegetables!

Berry

Generally, the stronger color of berry (such as blueberry, cherry or strawberry) indicates more nutritious! Berry fruits are good source of antioxidants, particularly vitamin C that can be useful to lower the risk of cancer. These fruits also can be good source of omega-3 fatty acids.

There are some studies found that individuals who consume more strawberry and blueberry will be able to increase the memory performance of their brain. You may also like to know about facts of acai berry cleanse!

Lean beef

One of the essential minerals to help you keep concentrate and energized is iron. And lean beef can be one of good selections for a rich food of iron. Furthermore, lean beef is also good choice of zinc intake for your body, which is helpful to maintain your memory.

But if you are vegetarian, you can try with soy burgers or black beans for the alternative option. You can also try with strawberries, orange juice or tomatoes for another alternative choice for good source of iron.