5 Brain boosting nut snacks to try at evenings

Written by: Deepa Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 18 August 2025

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[{"selector":"#anim-bed4d848-903a-48bf-9cde-09a85702498c","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-44cd6c34-321e-4007-bb99-d90268c24eba","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 159.7412%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Nuts are rich in omega-3, antioxidants and vitamins that help brain health, here are 5 nutty snacks that you can try for sharper focus. Photo Credit: Freepik

Walnuts - Memory Booster

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Almonds - Vitamin E Powerhouse

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Hazelnuts – Brain Food

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Pistachios - Focus Enhancer

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Cashews - Mood Enhancer

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Portion Control

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Final Takeaway

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