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Kids brain booster seeds: Include these beneficial seeds in your child's diet to boost brain healthTIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2022, 19:00 ISTShareAA+Text Size

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Food for brain health

Diet plays a big role in sharpening children's minds. If you want your kids to be sharp, smart and alert, then you can boost their brain health and strength by including certain special foods in their diet. It is important to feed them healthy food which will be beneficial for their physical and mental health, especially in their growing years. As a parent, try to limit junk food consumption by your child as much as possible.

What's more, small steps can go a long way in improving your child's diet, such as incorporating small seeds in their diets. Seeds are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They are high in healthy fats, low in unhealthy fats, and are a good source of fibre and protein. Seeds are valued as a superfood that are full of nutrients which the brain needs for energy, concentration, mood, sleep and to avert memory loss. Not only do they boost your child's brain health, but also help in boosting their immunity, aiding to protect them from several diseases.

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Muskmelon seeds

Muskmelon is one of the popular fruits of the summer season. The high amounts of vitamin A in muskmelon seeds help sharpen your kid’s eyesight. Muskmelon seeds contain vitamin C that helps to strengthen your child’s immunity. They also increase oxygen flow to the brain, which eventually makes our brain tissues calm and stress-free. You can include these in your kid’s diet by adding them to daily milkshakes and smoothies.

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Flax seeds

Flaxseeds are a great source of fiber and omega-3 fats. They help in enhancing the parts of the brain involved in controlling mood and cognition. Flaxseeds are best eaten ground, and can easily be added to baked goods, oatmeal, sprinkled on salads, or desserts.

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Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds include a treasure of nutrients such as magnesium, zinc, iron, and copper which are essential for optimising brain health and the nervous system. Richer in zinc than many other seeds, pumpkin seeds supply this valuable mineral which is vital for enhancing memory and thinking skills. Add these tiny seeds into your child’s daily diet regime to boost their cognitive health and keep their mind sharp. What’s more, these are delicious to eat and can be incorporated for snacking or munching.

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Chia seeds

Chia seeds are rich sources of fiber, possess several micronutrients, and can be included in various dishes that could be served to children. Chia seeds should be eaten only after being soaked in water, milk, or any other food with a semi-liquid consistency, like yogurt. You can add chia seeds to different sweet or savory meals and beverages to enhance the overall nutritional value of your child’s meal. A mango-chia seeds pudding is a healthy dessert to try for this summer season.

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Sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are high in fiber and are a good source of iron. They also have vitamin E, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and folate. These are loaded with antioxidants that protect the brain cells from oxidative stress and damage. They also help in improving brain function and memory. They can be snacked directly or can be sprinkled on salads or mixed with your daily cooked vegetables.

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