7 Brain-Boosting Snack Ideas for Kids
Want your child to do better in school? Take a close look at diet. Certain "brain foods" may help boost a child's brain growth plus improve brain function, memory, and concentration. In fact, the brain is a very hungry organ -- the first of the body's organs to absorb nutrients from the food we eat, explains Bethany Thayer, MS, RD, a Detroit nutritionist and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Fatty fish: Fish like salmon are rich in omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. Research studies have revealed that omega-3 fatty acids are essential for brain growth and boosting brain function. People who regularly eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids have shown to have sharper minds and perform better in brain tests. If you want to boost your kid’s brain, you can choose salmon to prepare a wide variety of delicious and nutritious snacks. For example, you can create a salmon sandwich using canned salmon and whole-grain bread. Note that whole grains are