Most people are aware of how high sugar intake can affect your body. But what about your brain? A recent study published in the Journal of Physiology has shown the negative effect of a long-term high-fructose diet has on the brain. The study was conducted on rats and indicated that drinking soft drinks or eating [...]
National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign created annually in March by the American Dietetic Association. The campaign focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme is “Eat Right with Color”. National Nutrition Week was first observed in 1973 [...]
December 1, 2010 – 12:22 pm
The Holidays… For most people, this period rimes with chocolate, tea, coffee, and lots of sweet treats. As we all know, all these are to be consumed in moderate quantities. But what if a mix of coffee and sugar suddenly turned out to boost your brain efficiency?
By Laura Fay | Also posted in brain, brain food, Brain health, Brain Research, Concentration, Memory, Mind Fitness | Tagged brain activity, brain food, Brain Research, brain resources, caffeine, Concentration, Nutrition, sugar, working memory |
This week Dr. Katherine Tucker of the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging published a report in the Journals of Gerontology which makes the claim that elderly individuals may be able to help sustain their cognitive function by maintaining sufficient levels of vitamin D. The study (Vitamin D Is Associated with Cognitive [...]
It is well documented that a diet rich in antioxidants, leafy greens, nuts and fish benefits the body in a whole host of different ways. Fresh produce, fish – especially the kind rich in omega-3s like mackerel and salmon – and nuts provide lean protein, healthy fats and plenty of fiber, vitamins and minerals to [...]
By Dr. Bernard Croisile | Also posted in brain food, Brain health, Brain Research, Concentration, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Mind/Body | Tagged Alzheimer's Disease, Brain health, Brain Research, Nutrition, prevent alzheimer's |
Doctors and scientists have long known that n-3 fatty acids, also known as omega-3s, are purported to have a positive influence on brain health. If you are concerned with maintaining your cognitive abilities and keeping your brain healthy you likely already sustain a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids through fish, walnuts, supplementation and/or other [...]
January 29, 2010 – 1:10 pm
A recent study on magnesium showed measurable improvements in working memory, short and long-term memory, and an improved ability to learn new things (with supplementation).
Of course, there are many excellent types of food and ingredients for your brain. But which ones are totally natural and easily available? Let’s cover five of the brain healthiest foods, starting with… wild salmon! We all know the benefits of salmon, especially wild as opposed to farm-raised salmon. It is a great source of [...]
By Sandrine Belier Ph.D. | Also posted in Alzheimers, Brain Decline, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain health, Health & Wellness, Memory, neural connections | Tagged Alzheimer's Disease, brain, Brain Fitness Websites, brain food, Brain health, brain matter, dementia, stroke |
November 24, 2007 – 5:56 pm
Overindulging during the Thanksgiving holidays? Don’t feel guilty because many of the foods we eat during the festivities contain significant amounts of antioxidants. Turkey, cranberries, stuffing and even hot cocoa can deliver benefits to your brain. Read the article in Psychology Today and reach for the leftovers!
October 19, 2007 – 11:00 am
Certain foods can increase your brain power and can keep you living healthier and longer. And since the brain is a hungry organ in the sense that it is metabolically active, we need to feed it with the right foods for optimal performance. Here are 4 tips for an intelligent diet. 1. Water Our brains [...]