Brainy foods

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 Train Your Brain: Brain Boosters to Healthy Living

We constantly carry out certain duties and tasks in our everyday lives. To focus well and energize throughout the day, we need to consume the right nutrients of the right proportion at the right time. We need to understand the necessity of healthy and rich foods that contribute to our daily lifestyle. Here are some power-packed brain foods that will satisfy you and your family. 


Wholesome Walnuts

Nuts are considered super brain foods as they are highly rich in protein and thereby should be consumed as part of our daily diet. Walnuts stand as a TOP NUT for brain health. The nut is also shaped like a brain, so all the more reason to have it. The best time to consume walnuts are in the mornings. Soak up to 7 walnuts overnight to get the most nutrients. Kids can be fussy and may not prefer to take walnuts directly. So, why not create your own innovation, use your culinary skills and whip a healthy, guilt free version walnut dish. Add the nut to your salads, stir frys, Baking or make a nutritious smoothie. The whole family will love it!


Blooming Blueberries

What comes to your mind when you hear berries? They are colourful, summery, sweet, and sour, an all-year-round seasonal fruit. How about Blueberries? This is one particular berry that is proven to be essential for brain health. Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, relieve anxiety, and improve memory. It can also provide a brain boost and lower blood pressure. Add them to yogurts, cheesecakes, muffins, fruit salads, and shakes/smoothies. Make your day fruitful with a blueberry!


Intense Dark Chocolate

Craving for chocolate? Who doesn’t love one? Even Wonka loves his. But dark chocolate? Believe it or not, studies have shown that dark chocolate helps with stress reduction. Contains flavanols to improve your mood. It may have a high sugar content and a lot of cocoa beans, but it is rich in antioxidants. Nowadays, dark chocolate is added to protein bars along with healthy seeds and nuts to keep you fuller for longer. So, when you are out having a break, just grab a bar! There is also no harm in indulging in this chocolate before you go to bed as it contains less caffeine than coffee. You won’t be waking up at night. 


Fantabulous Fish

Oh yes!  This is a mega super-brain food. With its excellent source of omega-3, protein, vitamin D and minerals such as calcium. fish is considered a healthy meat and very significant for our mental health. It helps to build brain development, memory and concentration. The best thing about fish is that it cooks easily and within a few minutes compared to other meats. Why not spice up a fish to your favourite dish and let your mind wander…I love fish, especially salmon. Which one do you love?


Eggstraordinary Eggs

Eggsactly! You’ve heard it right. This super extraordinary brain food is good to go any time of the day. Now, many of us may not take a liking to eggs due to their foul, yellow and yolky textures and discard them having only the whites. Yes, if you are on a protein-based diet then have the white. The healthy fats are in the yolk that are needed for our brain health. It is recommended to consume eggs at least three times a week and you should eat a whole egg to get the required nutrients. 

Make an egg o licious brekkie like soft and fluffy scrambled eggs, scrumptious pancakes adding your favourite toppings, or a sunny side up, Kids love to bake and get their hands messy…so, get cracking and boost their energy levels!


As people, we need to take care of our body, and to do so we need to eat the right foods so try to incorporate these foods in your diet to give you a healthy and happy life.

 Think Smart….Eat Smart

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