Beans and legumes
Beans and legumes are rich in brain healthy nutrients, including minerals, antioxidants, and proteins. The slow digestion of beans, especially black beans and chick peas are powerhouses of protein content and result in significant preservation of memory. Having three servings of beans and legumes per week help in getting the potential benefits of lower risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. However, the studies also suggest that the lower intake of pulses like beans and legumes can lower the cognitive function to a certain extent thus promoting the development of Alzheimer’s.