On-line Cognitive Function test.

Food for the Brain – online cognitive function test.

The Food for the Brain Foundation is a ‘not for profit’ charity looking to raise awareness of Nutrition in optimising mental well being and brain health. Correct nutrition can improve memory and reduce the chances of Cognitive impairment, Dementia and Alzheimers . https://foodforthebrain.org/

Their website contains research and describes Scientific studies that they are involved in , sponsor or advocate. I find it useful to follow. The Scientific evidence contained within is compelling .

One test the i have taken yearly now is the online Cognitive function test. https://foodforthebrain.org/the-cognitive-function-test/ . This test is easy to take, quite intuitive and at the end asks questions about lifestyle, diet and exercise which will give you an overall score and areas for improvement.

They reiterate the importance of Omega-3 , B complex vitamins and Vitamin D and offer kits to test for the levels of these in the body. https://foodforthebrain.org/tests/

Many people take a single multivitamin tablet BUT almost none have any Omega-3 content. Omega-3 is proven to be essential for the Brain and has been Scientifically proven to enhance the effect of B complex Vitamins. A Scientific study from Oxford, Cape Town, Oslo and UAE Universities concluded :-

“When omega-3 fatty acid concentrations are low, B vitamin treatment has no effect on cognitive decline in MCI, but when omega-3 levels are in the upper normal range, B vitamin see interact to slow cognitive decline.“

See blog post and Scientific study link here – https://vitford.com/why-the-b-vitamins-are-important/#more-512

The best minds know what’s good for them – Sunshine, Salmon and Oranges.