Learn how these ingredients are beneficial to brain health following the recipe.
Spinach
Leafy greens are powerhouses of nutrition, and blending them into a smoothie is often easier than eating a salad daily.
Leafy greens also contain nutrients like vitamin K, folate, and beta-carotene, which have been linked to slowing cognitive decline.
Pears
Emerging research has explored the connection between pear consumption and cognitive function. According to a study from the Rush University Memory and Aging Project, eating more flavonols – a type of flavonoid and a beneficial compound found in foods like pears, kale, spinach, tea, wine, and olive oil – may be associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Avocados
This delicious ingredient rounds out our list of brain-healthy foods due to its large concentration of unsaturated fat. This reduces blood pressure, which can greatly decrease cognitive decline. We use it in this brain food smoothie recipe to add creaminess and healthy fat.
Hemp Hearts
Hemp hearts are packed with omega-3s and omega-6s, essential fatty acids. These acids can help improve working memory.