Food for the Brain Performance! What we really need guys

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Brain Food

A healthy diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and even a little caffeine are what your brain needs for optimum performance.

1. Salmon: Cold-water, deep-water fish like salmon and tuna are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce inflammation and "which are essential for brain function," according to Dr. Ann Kulze and WebMD.
2. Baked and grilled items: The Alzheimer’s Association suggests baking and grilling food instead of frying it to reduce saturated fat and cholesterol intake, which can contribute to Alzheimer’s.
3. Kale and spinach: Darker skinned vegetables like kale and spinach have the highest levels of natural antioxidants.
4. Flax seeds, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds: These seeds have high levels of Vitamin E, which reduces risk of cognitive decline as you age.
5. Nuts: Walnuts, cashews, peanuts and almonds are excellent brain food because of their high concentration of vitamin E.
6. Canola oil and walnut oil: Cooking with canola oil and walnut oil is an easy way to balance your omega-3s and omega-6s, according to Psychology Today.
7. Beans: Eat beans to stabilize your blood sugar.
8. Coffee: According to a study reported by the BBC, "coffee may cut the risk of dementia by blocking the damage cholesterol can inflict on the body," due to its caffeine content.
9. Blueberries: Blueberries are a popular brain food because they reduce inflammation in the central nervous system and are an excellent source of antioxidants.
10. Whole grains: Whole grain bread, rice and oatmeal lower your risk of heart disease, which maintains healthy blood flow to the brain. WebMD reports that whole grains also contain vitamin E, fiber and omega-3s.
11. Avocado: Avocados are rich in monosaturated fat, which promote blood flow. They’re also an incredible source of dietary fiber, vitamins B6, C and E, potassium, magnesium and folate.
12. Green tea: Green tea contains antioxidants called polyphenols, which help prevent cancer and "may help maintain positive mood states and protect against Parkinson’s disease and other brain disorders," reports Psychology Today.
13. Dark chocolate: Dark chocolate contains antioxidants and caffeine, which protect the brain and improve your mood.
14. Eggs: Eggs in moderation can increase your intake of omega-3s and choline, which improves memory.
15. Strawberries: Add strawberries to ice cream, yogurt or fiber-rich cereal for a bigger brain boost. They are rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamin C and potassium.
16. A moderate amount of carbs: Whole foods with carbohydrates give us needed energy, but overdoing carb-laden foods can make you sleepy and sluggish.

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Thanks.....i'll keep all this in mind........