CAULIFLOWER

Cauliflower is a choline rich vegetable, the key ingredient that makes cauliflower such a powerful brain food.  Many studies  show the positive effects of regular consumption of phosphatidylcholine or choline. Studies also show that too little choline may have a negative effect on the brain.

Research also shows that choline supplements can  help increase efficiency  in the frontal lobe, the main area of the brain responsible for reasoning, decision-making and working memory.

Dr. Oz  also recommends vegetables rich with choline, like cauliflower, in his article on  6 foods for brain health . And in fact, as you age, acetylcholine production declines, so consumption of choline rich foods will help your brain power year after year. There are even studies suggesting cauliflower contains  cancer preventing  properties, among its many other benefits. Outside of brain health, cauliflower is a wholesome vegetable with many health benefits.

According to the Worlds Healthiest Foods, “Cauliflower is an excellent source of  vitamin C ,  vitamin K ,  folate ,  pantothenic acid , and  vitamin B6 . It is a very good source of choline, dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids,  manganese ,  phosphorus , and  biotin . Additionally, it is a good source of  vitamin B2 , protein,  vitamin B1 , niacin, and  magnesium .”

Whew! That’s a lot of nutrients for a humble white brain-looking vegetable!

I always wonder if a vegetable looks like a brain, could it possibly be healthy for the brain? Why, yes! Cauliflower is a good source of choline, a B vitamin known for its role in brain development. Some studies show that it may boost cognitive function and improve learning and memory. It may even diminish age-related memory decline!