PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR NUTRITION FOR BRAIN HEALTH

You need to fuel your brain the best. A diet based on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, “healthy” fats (such as olive oil, nuts, fish) and protein also improves memory. We know that omega-3 fatty acids are essential for brain health and have a positive effect on memory. Oily fish found in cold waters such as salmon, tuna, halibut, trout, mackerel, sardines and herring are also very rich sources of omega-3. In addition, omega-3 sources such as walnuts, flaxseed, pumpkin, kidney beans, spinach, broccoli and pumpkin seeds, which grow abundantly in our soil, can be alternatives for children who do not like fish. Supplements rich in DHA and EPA, which are found in omega-3 fatty acids, can also be beneficial for brain health. You can also ensure that your child takes food supplements containing these.

Fruits and vegetables are full of antioxidants that protect us from toxins and the damage they cause. Especially colorful fruits and vegetables are good sources of antioxidants. You can make sure your child has fruits and vegetables of different colors on their plate, such as red, green, and yellow. Consuming too many carbohydrates, especially processed carbohydrates containing white flour, can damage memory. In addition, these high glycemic index foods, which cause blood sugar to rise quickly and then drop quickly, make your child sleepy, have low energy, and have trouble focusing.

Research also confirms this. A diet full of refined carbohydrates causes a decline in memory and cognitive functions. A study conducted on 317 healthy children found that those who consumed more processed carbohydrates, such as white rice, noodles, and fast food, had reduced cognitive capacity, including short-term memory and working memory.