Do you find it hard to get through a day without a cup of caffeine on hand? Ginkgo biloba, ginseng, caffeine… there are a whole range of foods out there that are supposed to help us concentrate more. But really works?
Tiredness and an inability to concentrate can be a common problem, often remedied through improved lifestyle habits such as additional sleep, stress reduction and dietary changes. Certain foods and nutrients can be significant determinants of a person’s energy and cognitive (brain) function.
The good news is that you can increase your chances of maintaining a healthy brain — if you add “smart” foods and beverages to your diet.
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Discover these four things you can eat for better concentration.
Blueberries
Research in animals shows that blueberries may help protect the brain from the damage caused by free radicals and may reduce the effects of age-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Studies also show that diets rich in blueberries significantly improved both the learning and muscle function of aging rats, making them mentally equivalent to much younger rats.
Nuts & Chocolate
4 Foods For Better Focus was originally published on blackdoctor.org
