Home Care Assistance: The Truth About Fruits and Brain Health
It is common knowledge that our bodies go through changes as we age. Many of these changes are not what we would call "kind". In addition to the way gravity impacts our tissues, there are also cognitive impairments that seem to increase with our chronological age. The good news is that there are many things that can be done to combat the effects of aging – in the body and the mind.
Much as yoga, tai chi, or other exercise programs can help the body fight the impacts of age upon our physical body, mental exercises can ward off the impacts of age on our minds. When you exercise, your body needs the proper nutrients to fuel the development of new muscle tissue. When we work out our brains, the body needs the proper nutrients to keep the brain strong …show more content…
Blueberries are said to improve short-term memory and delay short term memory loss. Dr. Steven Pratt of Scripps Memorial Hospital wrote "Superfoods Rx: Fourteen Foods Proven to Change Your Life". In his book, Dr. Pratt calls blueberries 'brainberries'. The recommendation is to eat at least a cup every day.
Tomatoes. Tomatoes contain lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant that has been shown to reduce damage to cells. Researchers believe that individuals who consume larger amounts of lycopene may have a secret weapon in the fight against dementia and Alzheimer's. Just remember the old saying, "Intelligence is knowing that tomatoes are a fruit. Wisdom is knowing that they do not go in a fruit salad."
Pomegranates. Even in its juice form, pomegranates offer powerful antioxidant support to fight off the free radicals which damage the brain. Sadly, pomegranate juice often contains added sugar, which lowers its benefit. Eating the pomegranate seeds whole or running them through a juicer is your best bet. It is recommended that 2 ounces of juice are consumed each
It is common knowledge that our bodies go through changes as we age. Many of these changes are not what we would call "kind". In addition to the way gravity impacts our tissues, there are also cognitive impairments that seem to increase with our chronological age. The good news is that there are many things that can be done to combat the effects of aging – in the body and the mind.
Much as yoga, tai chi, or other exercise programs can help the body fight the impacts of age upon our physical body, mental exercises can ward off the impacts of age on our minds. When you exercise, your body needs the proper nutrients to fuel the development of new muscle tissue. When we work out our brains, the body needs the proper nutrients to keep the brain strong …show more content…
Blueberries are said to improve short-term memory and delay short term memory loss. Dr. Steven Pratt of Scripps Memorial Hospital wrote "Superfoods Rx: Fourteen Foods Proven to Change Your Life". In his book, Dr. Pratt calls blueberries 'brainberries'. The recommendation is to eat at least a cup every day.
Tomatoes. Tomatoes contain lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant that has been shown to reduce damage to cells. Researchers believe that individuals who consume larger amounts of lycopene may have a secret weapon in the fight against dementia and Alzheimer's. Just remember the old saying, "Intelligence is knowing that tomatoes are a fruit. Wisdom is knowing that they do not go in a fruit salad."
Pomegranates. Even in its juice form, pomegranates offer powerful antioxidant support to fight off the free radicals which damage the brain. Sadly, pomegranate juice often contains added sugar, which lowers its benefit. Eating the pomegranate seeds whole or running them through a juicer is your best bet. It is recommended that 2 ounces of juice are consumed each