Our memory and cognitive abilities decline with age, but it is entirely possible to maintain our cognitive abilities. To do this, you need to constantly study, do something new, play sports and monitor your diet, writes Dr. Peter.
Doctors recommend paying attention to the following products, they will help your nervous system and generally have a positive effect on your health.
Chicken eggs. They are considered an excellent source of brain-healthy nutrients. They contain choline (150mg per large egg) as well as lutein and zeaxanthin (252mcg per large egg). Choline helps maintain brain health throughout life at any age and at any stage, it favorably affects memory, thinking, mood and other factors that our nervous system is responsible for. Lutein has long been associated with eye health, but studies have shown that it may also play an important role in improving cognitive function. Moreover, lutein is useful for both children and adults and the elderly.
Mushrooms. Not everyone knows that mushrooms contain ergothioneine. It is an amino acid that acts as an antioxidant. The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of ergothioneine make it an important bioactive compound that may promote healthy aging, cognitive enhancement, and stress reduction. Most ergothioneine is found in shiitake mushrooms and oyster mushrooms.
Walnuts. This product contains the omega-3 fatty acids ALA, a key element for brain health. If you train yourself to eat walnuts, then your body will be much better at coping with inflammation and oxidative stress – these two factors just affect cognitive decline.
Blueberry. This berry is useful for everyone, but it is especially worth paying attention to the elderly. Scientists conducted a study, after which they came to the conclusion: participants who ate this berry were less likely to suffer from cognitive impairment, their memory improved within 6 months. In addition, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, people who included blueberries in their diet were less likely to suffer from heart disease, plus they had increased levels of “good” cholesterol in the blood.
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