Nuts, Chocolate and Berries
Food for BrainPhoto: ShutterstockHerodotus claimed that the simple inhabitants of ancient Babylon were forbidden to eat walnuts, in order not to accidentally wise up beyond measure. And even the form of halves of purified walnut, resembling cerebral hemispheres, as if symbolizes its positive effect on human mental abilities. In all this there is a rational grain: and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Walnuts are especially useful for those who are often stressed at work: it is believed that they are able to relieve excessive nervous tension. In addition, it is one of the most comprehensive snacks, in an emergency, even capable of replacing lunch: proteins and fats are perfectly balanced in nuts, and besides, they contain many essential amino acids. CHOCOLATE: GLUCOSE AND MAGNYRussies about the wonderful properties of chocolate are not at all fiction lovers of sweets. It is indeed an effective means of increasing intellectual activity. Glucose is the only source of energy for nerve cells, neurons. Its lack of an instant and not the best way affects the efficiency of the brain. Chocolate can compensate it as soon as possible. In addition, cocoa beans are rich in magnesium, the deficiency of which depletes the cerebral cortex and reduces its capabilities. As it is known, chocolate also contributes to the production of serotonin in the body, a biologically active substance that improves mood. And hardly anyone would argue with the fact that vigor and optimism are important conditions for successful mental work. In addition, scientists have proven that daily consumption of chocolate reduces the risk of heart disease. However, all this is true only for dark chocolate with a high content of cocoa. But sweet dairy tiles for people with a sedentary job should not get carried away. KLOOK AND BLUEBERRY: ANTIOXIDANTSKlukva affects the brain indirectly and is primarily recommended for lovers of fatty dishes. Due to the record content of antioxidants in it, this berry contributes to the destruction of harmful cholesterol, and the vessels free from it provide high-quality nutrition to the brain. A suitable option for quick office snacks is dried cranberries. A bag with it should always be kept in a drawer: dried cranberries can be stored for a long time, retaining their useful properties. Blueberry “works” a little differently. A lower concentration of antioxidants than in cranberries is compensated by its ability to improve eyesight and memory, which is especially valuable for a person who works with large amounts of information daily. A nice bonus for women will be beautiful skin: blueberries help to slow down its aging processes and help cell renewal.
