Adding a few key super foods to your kids diets everyday is an easy way to arm them with the many challenges
of their demanding lives.
Super Brain Foods For Super Brainy Kids
Avocados are super food for kids. They contain omega three fatty acids,
which are necessary for the brain to function properly. Serve some guacamole
and chips for a festive snack
Eggs are rich in choline
which helps promotes memory and brain development. Also eggs provide
long-lasting satiety because of its protein power. They are a great for
breakfast or snack- hard-boiled or deviled. Add a chip, on top of a hard boiled
egg and make it look like a sail boat. What a cool mommy you will be.
Whole grains, such as oatmeal, brown rice and whole grain breads contain
phytonutrients, folate and B vitamins that boost memory. Pair whole crackers with cheese or nut butter
of choice. I love Mary's gluten free crackers
Wild Salmon- Deep water fish like salmon are rich in omega-3 fatty acids,
which are essential to healthy brain function. Wild Salmon also contains
low numbers of contaminants and it is easy to find both fresh and in cans.
Eating salmon helps memory, mood and concentration. Make salmon patties,
or use salmon instead of tuna on sandwiches
Protein is for concentration it helps kids feel full longer, avoiding a
sharp drop in blood sugar. Choosing protein sources that are raised humanely
and are fed a proper diet, or pastured, are your best bets.
Make pinwheels-- with organic turkey, cheese, on a whole - grain
tortillas.
Organic fruit: berries,
grapes, apples, pears and seasonal fruits are rich in antioxidants like vitamin
A, vitamin C, vitamin E and fiber. The fiber in fruit also helps the digestive
system. Berries in particular contain high amounts of phytonutrients like
anthocyanin that promote high brain function and help to preserve memory
function.
Nuts and seeds: A serving of pumpkin seeds offers a mammoth amount of good
things to help children’s brains, bodies and immune systems. A quarter cup
contains 92% of your daily value for magnesium, which helps with several body
systems including cognitive function and mood. Zinc helps prevent infection and
boost immune system. Try roasting them or adding them to muffins and oatmeal.
