There are blogs and videos throughout the Internet on how to stay focused and many of them are centered on taking some sort of medication. However, there are foods you can incorporate into your diet that can also help improve your overall focus.

Adding a supplement like Havasu Nutrition NeuroIGNITE, which is a nootropic and natural brain supplement, will help boost your mood and improve your concentration without the caffeine jitters that usually comes with brain stimulants.

Here are 11 super healthy foods and supplements you can add to your diet so you can focus better on your work tasks as well as the tasks you enjoy doing:

Caffeine

Caffeine is an adenosine receptor and boosts the brain’s production of dopamine, which controls the body’s ability to focus and maintain concentration. Foods like dark chocolate and coffee are rich in caffeine, but green tea, kola nut and yerba mate are also excellent natural sources of caffeine. It’s also important to get a good night’s sleep because lack of sleep can mimic attention problems and lead to irritability, increased forgetfulness, trouble sitting still and difficulty controlling your emotions.

Caffeinated energy drinks can help increase energy, but many on the market have lots of other ingredients you probably don’t want floating around in your body. However, energy drinks do contain a higher amount of caffeine than your average soda, but that’s also because they have plant-based stimulants. Up to about 400 milligrams of caffeine seems to be the recommended daily intake. Essentially, that equals 4 cups of strong coffee or about two strong energy drinks or energy shots. Any more than that, especially for teens or those with a heart condition, is considered excessive. For added energy, brain power and focus, you can try Neuro Recharged Keto Burner powder in a shake or smoothie. It’s a fast-acting nootropic/energy combo which is great for a pre-workout energy boost.

Fish

Because fish is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and protein, it’s an excellent food to help boost your brain power and ability to focus. Because the protein in fish slows down the amount of glucose absorption in your blood, it helps prevent crashing and ensures you have longer sustaining energy levels. Fish also plays a vital role in enhancing memory and helping to maintain our ability to focus, especially as we age.

Kola Nut

This caffeine containing nut hails from the tropical areas of Africa. Kola nuts are high in caffeine, which we mentioned helps improve brain power and focus. Be careful though because it’s very high in caffeine and soda companies like Coca Cola quit using it in their beverages. It’s still available in supplement form in the United States.

Blueberries

Because blueberries are a superfood and very high in antioxidants, they can help alleviate neurodegenerative brain disorders and actually help to improve neuroplasticity which also helps to improve memory and focus. Antioxidants have been shown to accumulate in the brain and help with communication between cells which helps to also improve memory.

Strawberries

Strawberries have flavonoids which have been shown to have potent antioxidant power and can open up blood vessels increasing blood flow and helping to reduce blood pressure, which can help to improve focus and overall endurance and cognitive performance leading to better brain health which is good for a longer life.

Turmeric

Recently, researchers have found a component in Turmeric that helps to improve brain focus. The spices that give Turmeric the yellowish color have also been shown to improve memory and focus in older adults. Curcumin helps to delay aging in the brain as well as helps to boost nootropic properties which help with focus.

Broccoli

Broccoli is rich in antioxidants and high in vitamin K which helps to improve brain power, memory and cognitive power. Broccoli also contains several compounds that help to protect the brain from the ravages of aging.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds have powerful antioxidants which help to protect your body from free radicals that cause damage to your brain power and drain your ability to focus. They are also rich in vitamins and nutrients which pack an extra punch with brain power.

Oranges

Because they contain a high amount of vitamin C, antioxidants and natural sugars, oranges have been shown to improve your ability to focus especially on tasks that require endurance and stamina. Try eating an orange and a cup of nuts an hour before you hit the gym.

Eggs

Eggs are a good source of nutrients that support brain health which includes Vitamins B6, B12, folate and Choline. They also contain a high amount of protein which supports brain health. Try eating two eggs for breakfast in the morning and if you need an added boost, one egg in the last afternoon for a snack.

Walnuts

Walnuts are at the top of the food chain when it comes to supporting brain health. They have a high level of DHA and Omega 3 fatty acids which have been shown to boost brain power and focus. Plus, they have a lot of protein which helps with brain neuroplasticity.

Along with getting enough rest, and ideally leading an active lifestyle, by incorporating some of these foods into your daily routine, you’ll naturally improve your overall focus and brain function, and quite literally, feed your brain!