Power Your Brain
“When we feed ourselves well, we fuel our brains to perform at the optimal level.”
Did you know that your brain is actually more efficient during the winter? A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that even though participants’ brain activity was lower during the winter months, their performance and alertness was equally as high as throughout the summer and fall. This means that we are actually working better during the winter! How do we access this power? The winter chill does not go away, our brains have simply become adept at responding to this feeling. The best way to truly feel better when it’s 7:30 a.m. and you’re heading to the office in thirty degree weather is to take care of yourself, physically. When we feed ourselves well, we literally fuel our brains to perform at the optimal level. Try some of these superfoods to really tap into your brain’s secret energy source!
Chia
Chia seeds are an incredible superfood with very few calories and tons of nutrients. Packed with antioxidants, protein, and fiber, slim down and start your mornings with our Chia Oatmeal. Can we get a chiiiyeah?!
Acai Berry
This Amazon-native superberry is pretty amazing. Acai has anti-inflammatory antioxidants to keep us healthy, while helping our brains and hearts function, our skin glow, and keeping our overall wellness in balance. Our Acai Bowl is a great breakfast!
Kale
The kale craze is real. Full of antioxidants, fiber, iron, calcium, and vitamins, kale is no joke when it comes to eating clean and fresh. Instead of popcorn, cuddle in front of the fire with our sea-salted crunchy Kale Chips.
Ginger
Ginger is super-medicinal and ideal for winter as it treats nausea, helps digestion, and fights off sickness and infections. There are plenty of game changers for your health as ginger lowers your risk of alzheimer’s, cancer, and heart disease. Next time you’re sore from working out, our Ginger Juice or Ginger Tea is the solution for revamping your muscles.
Garlic
Garlic tastes just as good as it smells simmering on a stovetop! Not only will garlic boost flavor, but like ginger it has medicinal value. Garlic combats flu symptoms, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and may prevent alzheimer’s and cancer. Double the superfood and triple the taste, our Garlic and Feta Avocado Toast won’t kill you…
Quinoa
Protein, fiber, and iron, oh my! Quinoa is one of the best nutrient-rich superfoods you could eat. Fight off diabetes, obesity, cancer, and high blood pressure with As Easy as Apple Pie’s Spicy Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa meal.
Apples
Remember the age-old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”? Yep, it’s true. Save yourself a trip to the doctor and incorporate apples into your diet as they can reduce the risk of many types of cancer. Apples are also excellent brain food. For some inspiration, check out Little Broken’s recipe for Apple Walnut Salad.
Salmon
Hello, vitamins galore. Salmon helps your heart, bones, brain, eyesight, and skin! Salmon is a staple for seafood lovers and offers a great change when you’re a little sick of chicken soup. For a great dinner, My Natural Family has a recipe for paleo Lemon Garlic Herb Crusted Salmon.
Avocados
The holiest of whole foods, avocados will forever reign as everyone’s favorite superfood. Aside from the fact that they taste good on everything, avocados support your vision, digestion, and act as a natural detoxifier. Try bringing one as a snack for the 3 p.m. slump. Avocados are a huge contender for a healthy comfort food to get you through this winter, the proof is in our avocado french fries!
Almonds
Almonds are a holy grail for superfoods. Not only are they fantastic brain food, they also control our blood sugar levels, skin health, and overeating tendencies. Be prepared to go nutty with our very own Almond Butter recipe.
Winter is the best opportunity for renewal, as your brain is literally making it easier for you to be productive! Give your mind a helping hand with superfoods to keep you energized all day long.
