Eating breakfast should be our top priority.
A study published in the journal Nutrition, in April 2021, found that young adults who ate a nutritious breakfast, had better cognitive performance during study periods, than those who didn’t.
So to get the most out of your day, and study effectively and efficiently, do your brain a favour and feed it well.
There are plenty of superfoods out there doing the rounds on social media platforms, and having their moment in the spotlight, but if we are going to get more specific and focus on brain function, then you need to know the heros in this story.
As you may well know, the brain is made up predominantly of fat and water. Therefore, hydration and good healthy fats are key components in our diet. Breakfast is the ideal meal to load up on these key nutrients, with plenty of delicious and satisfying meals to create.
Here are our top 6 best brain foods to add to your smoothies…
Nuts- Again more great omega 3 s for to protect and booster cognition. 🌰
Seeds- add a kick to your smoothies and fruit salads. 🌱
Avocados- Everyone loves Avo on Toast, add a sprinkle of sea salt and chilli…yum! 🥑
Turmeric- Natures anti inflammatory, curcumin has memory and cognitive benefits. 📙
Berries- The anthocyanin (pigments) in the colourful berries protect the brain from oxidation. 🍓
Water- keep your brain hydrated, as they are 75% water, so the mildest of dehydration can cause dull cognitive performance. 💧
Here are some of our favourite recipes, whether you have a slow morning to enjoy the process, or if you need to grab something from the fridge and run…
Berry Chia Smoothie
Packed full of antioxidants, omega 3’s and vibrancy, this is the best breakfast to make pour into a jar and sip all the way to class.
Get the recipe here- https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/recipes/a35647865/berry-chia-mint-smoothie-recipe/
Brain Boosting Smoothie
Another delicious smoothie but all things green and full of healthy fats that will keep you satiated for hours