Whether it’s a paper for school, a big exam, a presentation at work, your next rec league basketball game or just listening closely to your spouse for a few uninterrupted minutes, sometimes we need all the help we can get in focusing on what is in front of us and what matters most.

If you’re among those who could use a little help in directing your attention to the task at hand, you might want to incorporate these foods into your diet. Scroll through the gallery to get the scoop on giving your brain some foods that will help you focus.

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