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Eggs
Whole eggs can provide a great workout for your brain. They are high in protein, low in calories and rich in Vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins. B vitamins aid in the new brain cell development. Look for eggs with lots of omega-3 fatty acids and eat four whole eggs per week. Kirsty Pargeter/PhotoSpin
Red Wine
Red wine has properties not found in other alcoholic beverages such as 216 mg/100 ml of polyphenols. Polyphenols increase the blood flow and oxygen to the brain, boosting its power. Resveratrol, an antioxidant of red wine, also plays a critical role in brain enhancement. Laborant/PhotoSpin
Salmon
The omega-3 fatty acids in salmon are the same as those found in your brain. These healthy fats are vital to the proper development and functioning of the brain. The main omega-3 fatty acid is DHA (docosahexaenoic acid ), which is abundant in fish such as salmon. As little as one meal of fish per week could reduce cognitive decline. Thus, one to two 4-5 ounce servings of salmon (canned, pouched or fresh) per week could boost brain function. Vitaliy Pakhnyushchyy/PhotoSpin
Blueberries
Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants and make excellent brain food. A generous cup of frozen or fresh blueberries at least three to four times a week will fuel your brain activity. There are many ways to prepare blueberries as well. As a smoothie, a topping or even a frozen candy treat. PS Productions/PhotoSpin
Dark Greens
Mild iron deficiency may affect learning, memory and attention. Restore iron levels with dark green vegetables to improve cognitive function. The darker the vegetable, the greater the benefits. Dark and diverse colored vegetables, such as spinach and broccoli, aid in a cognitive climb to mental stimulation. A hearty two cups a day of these leafy greens are recommended. Yvonne Bogdanski/PhotoSpin
Almonds
Almonds are high in omega-3 fatty acids and rich in antioxidants such as vitamin E. Raw almonds provide the most benefits, containing substances that act like cholinesterase inhibitors. Cholinesterase inhibitors are drugs used to treat Alzheimer's disease. About 17-20 almonds, every other day should boost brain function. Alena Ozerova/PhotoSpin
Green Tea or Coffee
About two cups a day of green tea or coffee aid in brain-boosting. The stimulation of caffeine increases activity in the brain and blocks the development of proteins associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s. Coffee and green teas are also rich in antioxidants. Svetlana Foote/PhotoSpin
The Ultimate Brain Workout
The keys to your brain's success are antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and healthy servings of the foods that can provide you with brain benefits. Antioxidants protect neurons from damage. The human brain gets omega-3 fatty acids through food and healthy servings give your brain just the right amount of power. MonkeyBusiness Images/PhotoSpin
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