The fruits rich in plant compounds are good for the brain

Dr. Hoang Quyet Tien, Medical Information Center, Tam Anh General Hospital of Ho Chi Minh City, said that Flavonoid is a natural compound in some fruits that can neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation, support the prevention of neuron cell death. They also improve the ability to connect between neurons, especially in brain areas related to learning and memory. Flavonoids also prevent amyloid array accumulation, related to Alzheimer’s disease.

Plum Rich in flavonoids and polyphenols contribute to improving brain function. Thanks to the powerful antioxidant compound, this fruit adds to a diet that supports brain protection from degeneration, reduces the risk of cognitive impairment, improves memory.

Apple Beneficial for the brain thanks to strong antioxidant. Eating apples often reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and diseases related to cognitive impairment. Flavonoids in apples protect brain cells from damage, limit inflammation, improve memory, maintain cognitive function.

Banana Rich in nutrition, containing flavonoids like catechin – important antioxidants that are beneficial for brain health. Catechin has the effect of reducing inflammation, supporting circulation and contributing to improving cognitive function. Dopamine in bananas acts as strong antioxidants, although they do not pass the brain blood barrier, they still contribute to enhancing overall health.

Citrus fruit Contains a lot of flavonoids, especially naringenin, supporting brain function improvement, slowing down cognitive decline. Antioxidants in oranges reduce inflammation, protect brain cells from damage. Vitamin C, folate supports maintaining brain health, especially in the elderly.

Pomegranate Contains polyphenol ellagitannin, a type of flavonoids with inflammatory properties. Ellagitannin can fight the effects of free radicals and inflammation in the brain, supporting the prevention of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer, Parkinson.

Grape Rich in flavonoids such as flavanol, flavan-3-ol and anthocyanin, capable of overcoming bloody barriers, bringing benefits to the central nervous system. Regularly drink grape juice, grape extract can improve memory, enhance cognitive ability and reduce oxidative stress in the brain. Adding grapes to the diet also supports elderly people with early memory impairment, preventing nerve damage associated with aging.

Cocoa Bring many benefits to the brain. Flavonoids, especially epicatechin, help improve brain perfusion, promote the formation of blood vessels, nerve cells, enhance learning and memory. This substance also protects nerve cells from damage, reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and stroke. Thanks to these characteristics, cocoa and cocoa products such as chocolate support cognitive ability, maintain brain health.

Dr. Tien encourages the combination of many different fruits to ensure a variety of flavonoid groups. Eat fruit at breakfast or between the main meals to optimize the effect of protecting the brain. Adding vegetables, fruits, natural nutrients extracted from Blueberry (blueberries), Ginkgo Biloba (ginkgo). In particular, Blueberry contains anthocyanin that contributes to neutralizing free radicals, increasing neurological connectivity, improving memory, reducing the risk of diseases such as Alzheimer, dementia. Ginkgo Biloba is rich in flavonoids and terpenoids that support brain blood circulation, protect nerve cells, enhance brain function.