Brain is one of the most active parts of the human body and that is the reason it needs extra care and attention.
While we know that greens and nuts are good for the human brain, do you know that there are common snack items which are doing no good to your brain health?
Read to find out.
Potato chips often contain unhealthy trans fats and saturated fats, which can contribute to inflammation in the body and brain.
2. Cereals
Cereals are loaded with sugar and as per experts, consistent high sugar intake has been linked to impaired cognitive function and an increased risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
3. Deep- fried food
Fried foods like chicken wings, French fries, samosas, and tempura, are linked to cause inflammation, which can damage the blood vessels that supply the brain with blood.
4. Sugary drinks
As per experts and studies, sugary drinks contain a type of sugar called fructose, which might cause certain parts of your brain to become smaller and in the long run, such drinks impact the overall functioning of the brain.
5. Alcohol
As per studies, excessive intake of alcohol might result in reduction of brain volume, metabolic changes and disruption of neurotransmitters, which are chemicals the brain uses to communicate. Also, it might lead to vitamin B1 deficiency and lead to a brain disorder called Wernicke’s encephalopathy.
6. Cake
Many cakes contain trans fats and saturated fats, which can contribute to inflammation in the body and brain. Chronic inflammation is associated with various cognitive disorders.
7. Peanut butter
As per experts, the packaged peanut butter uses low-grade ingredients and is highly inflammatory, and is linked with the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Aspartame
It is an artificial sweetener that is used in many snack items. It is linked with anxiety and can cause oxidation, which increases harmful free radicals in the brain.
