Successful people are very conscious of their eating habits. Our eating habits affect our brain’s capabilities and health. Healthy eating and daily exercise are essential for a healthy brain. Good food not only improves brain’s functioning power but also keep it healthy in the old age. If you eat healthy food, it can help protect your brain from many medical conditions including hemorrhage, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia.

Foods to avoid (At least minimize their consumption):

Meat and Fish

Dairy products including milk (Especially Ghee, Butter and other process products.)

Sugar and Oil (Except Vegetable/ olive oil in small amount)

Foods to include in your diet:

Vegetables: Broccoli, Lettuce, Cucumber, parsley, kale etc.  Especially include green and leafy vegetables like spinach and beans

Fruits: Bananas, Pomegranates, Mangos, Apple, Grapes

Dry Fruits: Raisins, Dates, Prunes, Figs

Nuts and seeds:  Walnuts, Almonds (Soak in water before use), Pistachios

Whole Grain: Corn, Oats, Barley, Wheat, Rice

Oils: Only olive oil or vegetable oil in the appropriate amount.

Water: Our brain is 76% water, so keep hydrated; 2 liters of water daily is recommended by most doctors. But it may vary according to your work and climate. Keep in mind to drink 1-3 glasses of water immediately after waking up. And then carry a water bottle everywhere you go.

Other things to keep in mind:

Buy and use copper, iron, aluminum free cookware.

Do not take mineral and vitamin pills/powder on daily basis. (Always consult a doctor before taking any of these pills)

Only B12 vitamin should be taken from external sources if you are on a Vegan diet. (Consult a doctor before taking these pills)

Avoid packaged and processed food. (Less processed food is always better)