Did you know that foods rich in nutrients help improve memory?

Having a healthy memory is so important. We spend a lifetime learning new things, meeting new people, creating new experiences – and everything is tucked away as a memory that we hold onto in our brain for the rest of our lives. Or so we hope.

With so many of us having a link, whether directly or indirectly, to someone with conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia, we see how painful memory loss is on the person who has it – and their entire family. Losing your keys, forgetting why you walked into a room or being unable to recall someone’s name can spark a tiny bit of concern.

Researchers are learning more and more that there is a connection between the foods we eat and our memory – especially when it comes to foods that are rich in nutrients. These include vegetables, fruits, whole grains, seafood, healthy fats, and seeds.

Let’s take a closer look at 8 foods you need to add to your diet.

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8 Foods to Improve Your Memory

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1. Grapes. Grapes – primarily Concord grapes – have the memory-boosting compound, resveratrol and polyphenols, antioxidants.

2. Beets. Beets are important because they have naturally occurring nitrates that help with getting a healthy blood flow to the brain.

3. Chickpeas and Lentils. Chickpeas and lentils are legumes and complex carbohydrates containing B vitamins. Brain cells thrive on glucose provided by carbohydrates – and B vitamins are fantastic for memory – which makes these a great option for maintaining a healthy brain.

4. Shellfish/Crustaceans. Seafood such as mussels, clams, oysters, shrimp, and lobster contain vitamin B-12 which works to help your brain’s memory stay strong.

5. Blueberries. Blueberries are an antioxidant with flavonoids that help keep the brain from degenerating too rapidly.

6. Watermelon. Watermelon has the antioxidant lycopene and is a great source for hydration. And let’s be real – hydration is crucial for a memory boost.

7. Walnuts. Omega-3 fatty acids are so important for your brain and a healthy memory, indirectly. See, these omegas lower triglycerides, help you maintain healthy blood pressure, and increase blood flow throughout the body — including to your brain.

8. Sesame seeds. Sesame seeds contain tyrosine, an amino acid that produces dopamine. And can you guess what dopamine is? It is a neurotransmitter that keeps you focused with your brain highly functioning. Of course, sesame seeds have zinc, vitamin B-6, and magnesium which are all supportive of brain health and memory.

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There are steps you can take to help improve your memory – and it all starts with adjusting your diet to include some of these nutrient-rich foods.

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To learn more about how food can help to improve your memory, contact Dr. Randy Hansbrough and his team at (561) 287-7701. Or, let’s talk about your personal health concerns during a free, 30-minute consultation. Schedule yours today!

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