Dear Readers,
Did you learn in school that you are what you eat? Research shows that diet has an impact on the brain. Scientist are learning that a balanced diet and regular exercise can shield and protect the brain.
Because omega-3 fatty acids are a vital for normal brain function, studies have shown that children who have foods with omega-3 in their diet perform better in school, in reading and in spelling. They also had fewer behavioral problems.
Look for foods with Omega-3 fatty acids such as salmon, walnuts, kiwi fruit, soybeans, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, tofu, cabbage, shrimp, salmon, herring, sardines, anchovies, snapper, halibut are a few food with omega-3 fatty acids.
Read the entire article: http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2008-07/uoc--slh070908.php
