High Antioxidant Content
High levels of antioxidants in plant foods protect the body from free radicals. The brain is especially vulnerable to damage done by free radicals. Important antioxidants include:
Beta-carotene (found in apricots, broccoli, cantaloupe, carrots, collard greens, peaches, pumpkins, spinach and sweet potatoes)
Vitamin C (found in blueberries, broccoli, citrus fruits, peppers, strawberries and tomatoes)
Vitamin E (found in nuts and seeds)