Without a healthy diet, it’s difficult to concentrate, pay attention, remember, and learn. This is especially critical to a child’s success in school, and the back-to-school season is the perfect time to make some healthy changes to your entire family’s diet and be sure that everyone is getting enough brain food! 

Here are some of the best foods that you can eat to optimize your brain function : 

Green Tea: 

Catechins and polyphenols; boost dopamine levels to increase memory and concentration.

Whole Grains :

Folate, B6, and thiamine; enhance memory and focus.

Wild Salmon :

Rich source of  omega-3 and fatty acids; improves mood, memory, and concentration.

Avocados 

Healthy fats that boost concentration and brain development.

Nuts :  

Omega-3 & 6, fatty acids;  balance serotonin levels, boost mood. 

Red Cabbage :

Polyphenols (powerful antioxidants) 

Spinach :

Folate; increases memory and concentration.