Brain foods are natural ingredients that have been proven to help improve performance of the brain by increasing the ability to concentrate and focus, to retain memories, and to think more clearly. Here are five brain foods and snack ideas for kids to help them do their best in the classroom and beyond.
Blueberries A brain food favorite, especially when it comes to kids, since they taste so delicious. They are packed with anti-oxidants, and studies have shown that diets rich in blueberries significantly improved the learning capacity of aging rats. Blueberries help protect the brain from oxidative stress, and since they may reduce the effects of age-related conditions such as Alzheimer`s, be sure to include a cup a day in your diet, too. Snack idea for the kids: Kids love popping plain blueberries into their mouths, so this is one easy snack to include in the lunchbox. Add a little variety (and a few more brain foods), by mixing air-popped popcorn together with fresh blueberries and dark chocolate chips.