Vitamin A and vitamin C help protect your brain by acting as antioxidants. Antioxidants play a critical role in reducing oxidative damage inflicted upon the tender cells of your body and brain by free radicals. Working as a team, fat-soluble vitamin A and water-soluble vitamin C cover your bases for improved cognition.
1. Vitamin A acts as an antioxidant. While vitamin A is better known for its vital role in vision, cell growth and immune system support, many nutritionists think it acts as an antioxidant as well. Your body converts carotenoids, plant pigments found in fruits and vegetables, into fat soluble vitamin A.
2. Vitamin C improves cognition. Vitamin C helps reduce your risk for cognitive decline by acting as a powerful water-soluble antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. A very large British study found that vitamin C significantly improved cognitive function.
