According to Dr. Pham Anh Ngan, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City - Branch 3, the food we put into our bodies has more or less an impact on the long-term "health" of the brain.

Accordingly, there are food groups that cause a decline in connections, reduce neural plasticity and have long-term effects on brain areas related to memory and motor coordination.

On the contrary, there are also foods - herbs that have been studied to show their role as antioxidants, protect nerve cells, help improve memory and regulate emotions.

Food and herbal groups support brain activity

Many studies have shown that some foods and herbs have a supporting effect on brain function as well as protecting nerve cells, such as:

Ginkgo

Ginkgo has been shown to increase brain circulation and is an antioxidant. Many studies have shown that Ginkgo Biloba plays a role in enhancing cognition and reducing neurological disorders.

Turmeric

Turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Many studies have shown that the active ingredients in turmeric have a beneficial role for the brain as well as reducing the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy and mental health problems such as depression.

Ginger

Ginger plays a role in strengthening the central nervous system and anti-aging.

Schisandra

This is a familiar oriental medicine, with a sour taste, warm properties, and the effect of nourishing the mind, calming the nerves, and strengthening the kidneys... Many studies have shown the role of Schisandra in improving concentration and regulating emotions.

Toan tao nhan

Toan tao nhan is a medicinal herb used in prescriptions to treat insomnia, anxiety, and physical weakness.

Thạch Xương Bồ

Thạch Xương Bồ is often used in traditional oriental medicine to clear the mind, used in cases of phlegm-induced confusion, often seen after a stroke, or in patients with brain fog syndrome, Alzheimer's.

Viễn chí

Viễn chí is often used in prescriptions to calm the mind and is studied for its memory-improving effects.

Ba kích thiên

Ba kích thiên is often used in prescriptions to nourish the heart and kidneys, and strengthen yang. Many studies have shown its antioxidant role and its application in the treatment of memory loss.

Dâm dương hoắc

Dâm dương hoắc is often used in prescriptions to nourish the liver and kidneys, strengthen tendons and bones, and strengthen yang. Many studies have shown the role of enhancing androgen hormones of Epimedium and its effect of enhancing the flexibility of nerve cells.

Longan

Several studies have shown that combining longan extract with black cohosh extract improves neuronal signaling through NGF in mouse models of depression.