Brain Food:
1. Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids
Fatty Fish: Bangus (milkfish), tamban (sardines), tanigue (mackerel), and salmon.
Nuts: Pili nuts, cashews, and peanuts.
Seeds: Sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds (available in health stores and major
supermarkets).
2. Protein
Meat: Chicken, pork, and beef (widely available in wet markets and groceries).
Eggs: A versatile and affordable protein source
3. Antioxidants
Fruits: Mangoes, papayas, guavas, calamansi, oranges, bananas, and dragon fruit.
Folic Acid: Malunggay (moringa leaves), pechay, and spinach.
B Vitamins (B Complex): Brown rice, chicken liver, and eggs.
Iron: Red meat, ampalaya (bitter gourd), and talbos ng kamote (sweet potato leaves).
Copper and Zinc: Shellfish (tahong and talaba), nuts (cashews, pili), and seeds (sesame and
pumpkin).
4. Carbohydrates
Legumes: Mongo beans (mung beans), garbanzos (chickpeas), and kidney beans.
Oats: Rolled or instant oats (readily available in supermarkets).
Grains: Brown rice, red rice, and quinoa (available in specialty stores for health-conscious
Filipinos).