• Brain Boosting Breakfast Recipe

    The most important meal of the day, breakfast! What we eat can help us throughout the day. There are specific foods that contain nutrients to improve brain function and support you through your daily tasks. It is important to incorporate these brain foods for your physical and mental health.

    Here is a quick breakfast or snack idea you could include in your diet that is not only delicious, but helps to improve brain function. This recipe includes multiple brain healthy foods that will support brain function throughout the day.

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup of nonfat vanilla greek yogurt
    • 2 Omega 3 Nutrition Granola Bars (Cinnamon or Cranberry Flavor)
    • ½ cup of fresh strawberries and blueberries
    • Honey for drizzle
    • Cinnamon for sprinkling

    Directions

    1. Start by breaking your Omega 3 Granola Bars into small pieces.
    2. In a cup, start by adding ¼ cup of your greek yogurt to the bottom of the glass.
    3. Add about ⅓  of your fresh berries on top and sprinkle some of your granola on top.
    4. Add another ¼ cup of yogurt on top of your berries and follow with ⅓ cup of berries and a sprinkling of granola. Repeat with your last ¼ cup of yogurt.
    5. Once done layering, add a drizzle of honey and sprinkle of cinnamon to your liking.
    6. Enjoy!

    All about the ingredients

    Yogurt
    Yogurt is rich in many nutrients like calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. It is also very rich in protein. It helps support digestive and gut health. Yogurt can strengthen your immune system and bones. It has been shown to help reduce risk of high blood pressure. Yogurt contains omega-3 fatty acids that can help improve brain function. It is a great addition to your diet.

    Omega 3 Bars

    Omega-3 fatty acids contain DHA, an important acid in maintaining a healthy brain and body. Our bodies do not naturally produce these fatty acids so it is imperative that we get them from the foods we eat. Omega 3 bars are packed with 1250 MG of omega-3 fatty acids and 4888 MG of omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-3 is not only important for physical health, but mental health too. Omega-3 has been shown to improve mood, memory, anxiety and depression symptoms, and brain function. It may also decrease risk of heart disease, cancer, inflammation and visible aging. Omega 3 bars contain all that you need to ensure your body gets its recommended amount of omega-3 to support your health. Omega 3 bars are a versatile and nutritious food to include in your diet and start the day off right. 

    Honey

    Honey contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids, iron, zinc, and antioxidants. It has been shown to help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and neurological diseases like depression, anxiety, and memory loss. It also has been shown to help with gastrointestinal issues as well. It can be used as a natural cough suppressant and help heal wounds. It is a natural sweetener and great substitute for sugar.

    Cinnamon 

    Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants. It has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and lower blood sugar. Also, cinnamon has been said to help protect against infections, cancer, heart disease, and neurodegenerative diseases. 

    Blueberries

    Blueberries are very rich in antioxidants and full of vitamins and minerals. They have vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese, and dietary fiber. Blueberries have been shown to reduce risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. They also contain 437 MG of omega-3s per serving! They are a perfect brain boosting fruit.

    Strawberries 

    Strawberries can help regulate blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation. Strawberries are also high in fiber to help aid in digestion. They contain vitamin C, which can help with the appearance of skin and clear vision. Vitamin C can also help support a healthy immune system. Strawberries contain omega-3 fatty acids, making them a good brain food.

    Boost your brain with omega-3s

    Here at Omega 3 we want to support brain and physical health through foods. What you eat is very important when talking about ways to improve brain function. Our mission is to empower individuals to take care of their brain health proactively through nutrition.

     

    Sources

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    Zaleska. (2022, July 5). Why are blueberries so healthy? Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials. Retrieved October 16, 2022, from https://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-blueberries/ 
    Serednicki, A. (2022, June 6). 10 surprising ways strawberries can benefit your health. Best Health. Retrieved October 16, 2022, from https://www.besthealthmag.ca/list/strawberry-health-benefits/ 
    Leech, J. (2022, October 13). 10 evidence-based health benefits of cinnamon. Healthline. Retrieved October 16, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-cinnamon#TOC_TITLE_HDR_8