Superfoods to boost your brainpower

Did you know that your fruit and veg delivery can supply you with more than just the tastiest local produce? By choosing the contents of your fruit box delivery in the Melbourne area carefully, you can get a boost to your brainpower as well as your taste buds.

Many of your favourite fresh fruits and vegetables are packed full of vitamins and minerals that benefit your mental health, with some of these boasting exceptional qualities to enhance mental function.

Read on to discover our top five superfoods that can help improve brain health in the most delicious way possible.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are among the most versatile and nutritious fruits available. They are high in levels of lycopene, a nutrient found in their skin. Lycopene has antioxidant properties that are thought to help guard against memory loss, seizures and Alzheimer’s disease.

Cooked tomatoes have higher levels of lycopene than raw tomatoes, so why not add some halved tomatoes to a tray of oven-baked fish, make a delicious soup or even just throw a few on the barbie next time you’re lighting up?

Pomegranate

This striking red fruit is as nutritious as it is vibrant. It is high in polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that protect the brain from damage from free radicals. Some experts also recommend pomegranate for people recovering from stroke.

There are many ways to enjoy pomegranate. Sprinkle seeds over a salad or into yoghurt, drink the juice of this super fruit or simply scoop the seeds out and enjoy them as they come.

Cauliflower

The cauliflower may be one of the most underrated vegetables out there. It’s a rich source of vitamin K. High levels of this vitamin in the blood have been linked to better memory in older people. It’s also believed to have an antioxidant effect against diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

The versatile cauliflower can be adapted to many recipes. Stew it with couscous, chickpeas and spices for a filling dinner, or make a classic cauliflower cheese recipe either as a dish in itself or as an accompaniment.

Broccoli

Broccoli is another excellent source of vitamin K, which is essential for brain health. In fact, just one cup of this super veg provides 100% of the recommended daily intake. Broccoli also boasts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help protect the brain from damage.

You can eat broccoli raw in salad, bringing out its flavour with a peanut dressing, or try it roasted with tofu and sesame seeds for a health-boosting dinner accompaniment.

Cabbage

Cabbage is famed for its high iodine content, which helps your brain and nervous system function at its best, as well as being rich in vitamin K. Red cabbage is high in anthocyanins, a compound that gives plants their distinctive colours and believed to play an important role in slowing down mental ageing in older people.

Braise red cabbage with red wine vinegar and spices for a hearty side dish, or simply pan-fry white cabbage in butter with seasoning to release its earthy flavour.

Can I get a brain boost from a fruit shop near me?

You can find these superfoods and more at Local Food Market Co, the go-to for fruit delivery in Melbourne. It sources the freshest local produce and brings them together on one easy platform, and it can provide grocery delivery right to the doorstep of your Melbourne home.

Not only does it make your fruit and veg shop easily accessible, but by choosing the Local Food Market Co, you will also be supporting local businesses and helping reduce environmental damage caused by the transport of goods from afar.

Any questions? Reach out to know more about having brain-boosting fruit and vegetables delivered directly to your door.