Eat your way smart

Experts say that brain foods also deliver nutrients that are good to our heart, liver and kidneys. The key is to start eating rightly, early. Much of the discussion of nutrition and brain health is linked with infants and children. But it is always never too late to improve your diet. Anti-oxidants against ageing: Oxidation, the very process that causes metal to rust is also damaging to our brain cells. Almost every diseases that related to ageing has somehow linked to oxidative stress and inflammatory component. Anti oxidants-particularly the vitamins A,C,E and other compounds can help to lessen the damage by neutralizing the free radicals. Some anti-oxidants have direct link or contribution to certain parts of our body. Ellagitannins in raspberries, strawberries and blueberries are found in the hippocampus, the brain;s memory control area. Proantochyanins from blueberries, purple grapes, red grape juice and red wine are concentrated around the striatum, which is closely associeted to spatial memory. These compounds is thought to enhance the performance of those specific areas in the brain, In the spice category, curcumin which is a component of turmeric has a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Best to eat: Enhance the variety of different colours of fruits and vegetables in our diet. People who drink fruit juice at least three times significantly reduced their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Teas - which contain high levels of anti-oxidants (green, black without milk) are very beneficial along with a moderate intake of vary dark cocoa or hot cocoa. you can also add some turmeric-ricd curry powder on vegetables, or mix the turmeric into your dips for vegetables, better still have a low oil, low fat curry dish accordingly. Good Luck! and Have fun choosing your food!