You may have heard or read about certain foods that are good for your memory skills. Yes, certain foods are beneficial for brain health which in turn means they're good for your memory. So let's take a look at the best foods for breakfast, lunch, and dinner...
Before we start, let's talk for a moment
about your memory. Memory is, of course, a function of your brain. Therefore it stands to reason a healthy, nourished brain will lead to better memory capacity. In terms of food, it's really the combination of foods you eat which will ultimately make a positive difference in your memory. So with that said, let's discuss the three main meals of your day.
Breakfast:
The best breakfast to have is one without artificial sugars, like sweet rolls or donuts. Why? The answer might be different than you think. Foods with high amounts of starch and sugar lead to an increase of serotonin in the brain. Without getting too technical, serotonin is a chemical that causes a slow down of your organs and brain activity.
That's why when you eat a lot of sweets, you find yourself in more of a restful, even tired state. You're much better off with a small amount of carbohydrates for energy along with natural sugars from fruit, which don't cause an increase in serotonin.
At the risk of taking all the fun out of breakfast, stay away from high fat breakfast sandwiches with sausage, ham, processed cheese, etc. High fat foods take longer to digest. That means more blood is directed to the stomach to help the digestion process. And yes, you guessed it, less blood to the brain. When the brain isn't functioning fully, you won't be working at full capacity.
Lunch:
Are you often tired after lunch? It's almost always as a result of what you've eaten.
We will keep this as simple as possible. Eat a lot of protein at lunch. Chicken (not fried chicken!) and fish are excellent choices.
You've probably heard that certain types of fish rich in Omega compounds are good for your heart and brain. That's true, so try to consume fish like salmon once or twice a week. Lean chicken is always an excellent choice. It's high in protein and low in fat.
If this sounds like a diet plan instead of ways to improve your memory, well, there is a direct correlation. Almost always, what's good for your body is good for your brain. And great memory skills start and end with a healthy brain.
Dinner:
The best approach for dinner is a combination of foods. And there's nothing wrong with a reasonable amount of sweets after dinner. Refer back to the comments about breakfast - sweets release serotonin which puts the brain in a more restful state.
Vegetables are always a good choice, as are a few carbohydrates. Remember, carbohydrates also release serotonin, so there's nothing wrong with a baked potato, rice, or a dinner roll or two. For a main course, try to fill in what you may have missed during the day. Balance your dinner to about 40% protein, 30% carbohydrates, and 30% good fat.
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