These 'brain-healthy foods' lowered the risk of Alzheimer's by 53 per cent in those who stuck to the diet rigidly. For those that followed it moderately well, it lowered the risk by about 35 per cent.
Any foods high in nutrients are a great choice for high energy levels, plus make sure to add food that delivers oxygen to the blood and food that is calorically dense. Examples: dates, dried fruits, water, bananas, oatmeal, sweet potato, buckwheat and brown rice all fall into these categories.
Each food contains a different amount of energy. All calories supply your body with the same amount of energy, regardless of the type of food from which they come. For example, fat calories have the same amount of energy as protein calories. Carbohydrates are macronutrients that contain sugars. Potatoes, rice, sugar, syrup, honey, fruit, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes all contain carbohydrates.