5 Brain Food Secrets to Make You Sharper
4. Cut the Calories
Research indicates that being overweight may lead to an increased risk of decline in brain function later in life. In fact, overweight or obese individuals in their 40’s may be more prone to developing Alzheimer’s as seniors. Metabolic processes are initiated by the burning of calories and can have the potential to affect cognitive function. As a result, a healthy caloric intake can increase cognitive functioning, while overeating can increase the vulnerability of cells to damage.
You may think that middle age and weight gain go hand-in-hand. The truth is, they don’t have to. Simply cutting your calories may be one solution to increasing your longevity and your brain’s staying power.
3 Ways to Curb Your Consumption:
- Consume only 80% of what you intend to eat at each meal.
- Eat slowly. Savor every bite as if it were your last.
- Make vegetables (or fruits) the largest portion in your meal.
