Lutein has been long recognized for its ability to treat age-related macular degeneration but now research shows it might also have a positive effect on brain function.

According to ConsumerLab.com, researchers in Georgia had participants take a lutein supplement fortified with another antioxidant, zeaxanthin, and revealed that after a period of time the subjects enjoyed a 20% increase in vision processing, which helps with sports performance, driver safety, reading speed and cognitive function.

Another study showed the supplement combo improved overall memory performance, verbal memory and attention span. According to Healthline, supplements like lutein and zeaxanthin are called “nootropics” and have a beneficial effect on brain function in healthy people. Here are some other examples:

Fish oils. Supplements that include both DHA and EPA, two types of omega-3 fatty acids, are excellent brain food. The DHA helps maintain the integrity of the brain cells while EPA acts as an anti-inflammatory protecting your brain from free radical damage and aging. Dr. Ellen Kamhi, author of “The Natural Medicine Chest,” says if you choose to get your omega-3 fatty acids from fish, always select the wild variety instead of farmed which has more of the healthy fats.

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