The Effects of Diet on the Brain

The brain is especially vulnerable to free radical attack oxidative stress due to its high fat content. The major cronoid concentrated in the brain is actually lutein, a type of plant antioxidant. Lutein and related plant pigment called zia xanthin promote cognitive functioning in old age by enhancing their production. In our next story we look at the best source of lutein the primary cronoid antioxidant in the brain.