Dr. Oz Brain Boosting Foods, Prevent Alzheimers, Coffee, Chia Seeds, Brazil Nuts, and Lentils

Dr. Oz says that there are foods that can fight brain deterioration.  He had on a guest physician and she says that it is possible to nourish the brain and fuel your brain with the nutrition that it needs to maintain health. Today’s show was about Alzheimers. Take the Dr. Oz Alzheimer’s Quiz to see if you are at risk.

Brain Boosting Super Foods

Chia Seeds Provide Brain Boosting Power Through Fatty Acids

Chia Seeds are a great source for fatty acids.  Fatty acids are helpful in communication between cells in your brain. Chia Seeds are found in South America, but you can purchase them in some grocery stores. If your grocery store doesn’t carry them, you can always buy them online.

Lentils Nourish The Brain With Glucose

Your brain needs sugar to function, but you need the right kind of sugar.  Lentils contain glucose which feeds the brain when it is in need of “energy”.  Lentils have the right kind of glucose to nourish the brain properly.

Coffee As A Brain Booster?

Coffee as a brain boosting food? It may surprise you but coffee is indeed good for your brain.  Dr. Oz explained to the audience that there is a very think layer outside the brain that protects it from the rest of the body. This lining can get damaged over time. Coffee helps protect the lining.  Coffee also wakes you up so you can be active and perform “brain boosting” intellectually stimulating activities.

Brazil Nuts Boost The Brain Because Of Their “Good Fat” and Magnesium Content

Dr. Oz said that Brazil Nuts are an excellent source of magnesium and monunsaturated (The Good) fats.  Magnesium and monounsaturated fats help with brain signal transmissions and helps it communicate with your body.