Creamy avocado is easy to add to toast or a salad. It provides unsaturated fats and lutein, nutrients that make it a good fit for a varied, brain-healthy diet. You do not need a huge serving; choose a portion that works with the rest of your meal.

Pomegranate arils bring crunch, color, and polyphenols to your plate. Sprinkle them over plain yogurt or a salad for an easy way to add more fruit to a brain-healthy eating pattern. Eating the arils whole also lets you enjoy their fiber.

Unsweetened cacao contains flavanols, plant compounds studied for their potential relationship with blood vessel and cognitive function. Human study results are mixed. Stir a little unsweetened cacao into plain yogurt or oatmeal for flavor, without treating it as a memory booster.

A banana travels well and tastes great with plain yogurt or oatmeal. It provides vitamin B6, which your body uses to make neurotransmitters. That does not mean one banana will improve your focus, but it is an easy way to add variety to a snack.

Guava is known for its vitamin C. Your body uses this nutrient to make certain neurotransmitters and help protect cells from oxidative damage. Its fragrance and edible seeds make it a refreshing change from your usual fruit.

Coconut meat adds rich flavor, fat, and calories to a fruit bowl or plain yogurt. It can be part of a varied diet, but there is no solid evidence that eating coconut improves memory. Enjoy a portion that fits your meal, and check shredded coconut for added sugar.