To improve concentration and memory it is important that, in addition to food and physical activity, the brain is exercised. Some actions that can be taken to improve concentration and brain performance include:
- Taking breaks during the day, as this helps the brain to consolidate and store information, increasing concentration; Drink a glass of beet vitamin, as it stimulates circulation and metabolism, improving concentration. To make this vitamin, just put 1/2 beet and 1 peeled orange in the centrifuge and then mix 1/2 teaspoon of flaxseed oil and 1/2 teaspoon of flaked nori-type seaweed; Increase the consumption of foods rich in omega 3, such as chia seeds, walnuts or flax seeds, adding to salads, soup or yogurt, as these foods help the brain function, improving concentration and memory; Increase consumption of foods rich in magnesium, such as pumpkin seeds, almonds, hazelnuts and Brazil nuts, as they improve brain function and foods rich in iron, such as pork chops, veal, fish, bread, chickpeas -beak or lentil, as they improve blood circulation, increasing brain oxygenation; Avoid foods that are difficult to digest at lunch to be more concentrated in the afternoon; Always have a notebook nearby to write down any ideas that break the thought or task you have to do later, to keep your brain focused on what you are doing; Practice physical activity regularly, such as walking, running or swimming to keep the blood flowing and the brain full of oxygen and nutrients; Listening to instrumental music while working or studying because it facilitates communication between workers, fosters creativity and creates a more relaxed environment for day-to-day activities; Making stimulating games for the brain: It is essential to train the brain with Sudoku games, making puzzles, crossword puzzles or seeing images or photographs already known upside down; Use social media less because these constant stimuli make it difficult to concentrate. This type of electronic equipment should only be used during work and school breaks, for example.
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