There is always a risk of getting Alzheimers and dementia or some issues with memory as you grow old. But don't worry, we bring you five foods that will help you keep your brains sharp even as you age.
There is always a risk of getting Alzheimers and dementia or some issues with memory as you grow old. But don't worry, we bring you five foods that will help you keep your brains sharp even as you age.
Here are the five foods as per telegraph.co.uk
1. Blueberries
Blueberries and other purple coloured fruit soaks up harmful iron compounds which cause many debilitating illnesses like Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson.
2. Indian curry
Curry which has turmeric can help prevent Alzheimer.
3. Fish
Consuming foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids (try fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, lake trout, sardines and albacore tuna) and lots of vegetables while avoiding fats, red meat and dairy products can help keep away dementia.
4. Milk
A study said that three glasses of milk every day can help prevent Alzheimer's and Parkinson's by staving off damage to brain cells.
The study found a link betweem naturally-occurring antioxidant called 'glutathione' which prevents oxidative stress and resulting damage it causes to brain cells in healthy older people.
5. Broccoli
This veggie has Vitamin K, which helps to strengthen cognitive abilities, Choline, which has been found to improve memory and Folic acid which helps keep Alzheimer's at bay.