FOODS THAT MAKE SENSE TO THE BRAIN 2.

In part one of foods that make sense to the brain, we examined the role of glucose in brain function and metabolism of neurons(nerves of the brain). Today we review other food nutrients that are vital to brain function and their soutces.

Essential Fatty Acids. These fatty acids come in various forms like omega3, omega6, EPA, DHA and the likes. For optimum brain function omega3 is quite necessary. While DHA and EPA are strongly linked to improved I.Q. Essential fatty acids are prominent in the structure and function of the brain, hence it is important to take healthy fats. Olive oil, flaxseed oil, pure groundnut oil, soya bean oil, soya bean flour/milk(full fat), sunflower oil, avocado, walnuts, groundnuts, cashew nut, Brazil nuts almonds are some sources of essential fatty acids. 

Iodine. Iodine is an import micronutrient as per brain function and functional of the thyroid gland too. Iodine deficiency, in public health, is regarded as a major cause of preventable brain damage in newborn. The brain of children, adults and brain cells of foetus need Iodine. Some sources include, sea foods, iodised salt. 
Fruits and Vegatables. Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidant that are so much needed by the brain to flush out oxidants that are ever present in the brain. The brain cells are involved in myriad of chemical reactions yielding oxidants that if not removed can lead to oxidative stress and neuro degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's,. There is great need, therefore to rid the brain of oxidants, constantly.  
Nutrients like vitamin A,C,E, selenium, zinc, and phytonutrients, are known potent antioxidants. Their food sources are fruits and vegetables. Daily intake of fruits and vegetables is indeed brain worthy. In preparing vegetables, it is important to not allow the vegetables turn brown or pale green. Steam vegetables so they are green and crunchy not pale and soggy. 

Do Eat Responsibly. 
Stay Blessed.