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Omega-3: Good Fat?

Omega-3 fatty acids are a specific type of polyunsaturated fat – let’s call it the good dietary fat.

And according to Dr. Gomez-Pinilla, UCLA Professor of Neurosurgery and Physiological Science, Omega-3 “seems to positively affect the expression of several molecules related to learning.”

No A's Without B Vitamins

Researchers have discovered that Vitamin B deficiency may cause significantly reduced learning capacity.^7,8

“Metabolic impairments induced by a diet deficient in three B vitamins – choline, folate, B12 and B6 – caused cognitive dysfunction," says Aron Troen, PhD.

Fruit Glorious Fruit

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So what to do on mornings when you’re running late and don’t have time to whip up a healthy breakfast?

Keep plenty of fruit on hand so kids can grab it on the go. Fruits – especially strawberries and blueberries – are full of antioxidants,⁷ which protect and repair brain cells.

The Super Spices

Did you know that spices and herbs are actually classified as fruits and vegetables?

And without the water that constitutes a large part of fresh produce, spices and herbs actually offer a higher level of antioxidants. So, what are the super spices? ⁹

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