FOOD FOR INCREASING INTELLIGENCE
- December 14, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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As we all know that there are many people who take multivitamins and medicines to sharpen their mind, which can be very harmful for them, but today we will tell you some home remedies so that you can take care of yourself and your children.
You can also remove your mental stress in these ways, after doing all these measures properly; both your memory and your mind will become sharp. So let’s know the solution.
If you want to make your mind faster than others, and then include these brain foods and Ayurveda herbs in your diet, the memory will remain sharp till old age.
To increase our brain power, we need to include some such brain food in our diet, which will keep your memory and thinking ability intact till old age.
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How to increase brain power?
Decreased memory and concentration, as well as a decline in the ability to think and understand, are evidence of the weakness of your brain.
It is usually seen with ageing, which cannot be changed, but it can be improved.
Nutritionists also emphasize that by changing your diet pattern, you can strengthen your brain by removing neurological disorders.
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You can try to get protein from vegetable sources and fish and include healthy fats like olive oil etc. in your diet instead of saturated fat. According to studies, the best brain food is the one that ensures the protection of your heart and blood vessels. Let us try to know about some food and Ayurveda herbs to enhance your intelligence.
Green Leafy Vegetables
Green leafy vegetables like spinach, broccoli, collards etc. are excellent sources of healthy nutrition (vitamin K, folate and beta carotene) for the brain.
According to research, this type of plant-based food helps in improving the deficit in memory.
Berries
Berries help to improve memory. In some studied it is found that women who consumed two or more doses of strawberries and blueberries each week saw a delay of up to two and a half years in their memory.
Fatty Fish
It is a great source of omega 3 fatty acids and considered beneficial for Alzheimer’s patients, with patients being advised to eat fatty fish at least 2 times a week.
If you are a vegetarian, there are also vegetarian sources of omega 3 fatty acids such as flaxseeds, avocados and walnuts.
Tea or Coffee – Coffee or Tea
The caffeine in a morning cup of tea or coffee can improve your concentration.
According to a study published in The Journal of Nutrition, participants with high caffeine intake did better on tests of mental function.
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However, excessive consumption of tea and coffee can also harm your health.
Walnuts
Walnuts are an excellent source of protein or can especially help in improving memory; this has also been proved in studies. Walnuts are rich in omega 3 fatty acids which are known to improve low blood pressure and cleanse the arteries, good for both the heart and the brain.
SOME HERBS FOR BRAIN HEALTH
Brahmi
Brahmi is considered to be an excellent medicine to sharpen the mind, drinking half a teaspoon of Brahmi mixed with a teaspoon of hot water makes both the brain and memory sharp.
Turmeric
Do you know that turmeric contains a chemical called curcumin, which removes many of our diseases, such as cancer, along with heart-related diseases, it also sharpens the brain.
That is why turmeric is also good for our body.
Cinnamon
Now talking about cinnamon powder, it is used as a spice in every kind of kitchen. Taking a spoonful of honey mixed with cinnamon powder is beneficial for the brain.
Jatamansi
Talking about Jatamansi, it is an Ayurvedic medicine, its remedy is used to overcome many diseases. Jatamansi also proves beneficial for the brain.
Basil
Consuming basil also makes the brain powerful and sharp because it has both antibiotic and antioxidant properties.
Shankhpushpi
There is a medicine named Shankhpushpi, whose remedy is to remove the weakness in old age, as well as it also sharpens the memory.
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.