Brain Power Healthy Foods for Kids

 

Brain Power Healthy Foods for Kids

You know certain foods are good for you, but have you ever wondered exactly how they help your body? The following foods, suggested by Barbara Ann Grova, CHHC, AADP, aid healthy brain development and offer nutritional benefits to your whole family. Children with Functional Disconnection Syndrome should consume these foods regularly to support optimal brain function and development.

01. Avocado

# Nutrient rich for small stomachs 

# Good fats to fight heart disease

# Boosts nutrients from other vegetables 

# Great for skin health

02. Fish and Fish Oils

# High in omega 3 fatty acids

# Improves brain function and memory

# Lessens the effects of attention deficits

03. Blueberries

# Packed with disease fighting antioxidants

# Boosts brainpower

# Helps improve eyesight

04. Kidney Beans

# May benefit asthmatics

# Good protein source for vegetarians

# Boosts memory

# Prevents diabetes, obesity & heart disease

05. Broccoli

# Prevents stomach problems

(kills bad bacteria that can cause stomach upset)

# Protects eyes and skin from sunlight

# Helps prevent cancer and heart disease

06. Kiwifruit

# Healthy breathing

# Repairs cells

# Keeps eyes healthy

07. Brown Rice

# Helps with sleep

# Prevents constipation

# Eases asthma

# Prevents cancer, heart disease, diabetes and obesity

08. Sweet Potato

# Prevents obesity and diabetes

# Prevents constipation

# Helps eye sight

# Great for a sweet tooth

09. Carrots

# Helps eyesight

# Boost immunity

# Aids healthy lungs

10. Tomatoes

# Helps prevent cancer

# Eases asthma

# Sun protection

11. Chicken (organic, free range)

# Great for cell growth and repair

# Boost immunity

# Promotes sleep and eases stress

12. Quinoa

# Highest protein content of all grains

# Good protein source for vegetarians

# Gluten Free/ High B6 content

# High in fiber

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