Your brain has needs that keep it healthy and allow it to function.
How your brain functions depends on how those needs are satisfied.
You’re the one that’s responsible for fulfilling those needs.
Oxygen provides the spark that lets brain cells fire.
You provide that oxygen with your breathing and level of movement.
Water hydrates the brain tissue that holds the cells.
Brain cells need properly hydrated tissue to function.
A common cause of memory loss with AGE IS POOR CONSUMPTION OF WATER
Glucose is the sugar that provides your brain with energy. Glucose is the metabolized version of the carbohydrates you consume.
We can’t live without carbs but there are safe carbs and damage doing carbs. Complex carbs are the safe carbs. Simple carbs are the damage doers.
Proteins are your brain’s workers.
Protein allows cells to communicate with other cells, make things happen, and get things done.
Antioxidants are part of your brain’s defense force.
We need antioxidants to help minimize the damage done by oxidants.
Omega-3 fatty acid keeps your brain healthy. Omega-3 contains EPA and DHA.
EPA tamps down inflammation. DHA helps build and repair tissue.
You get Omega-3 from the foods you eat. Cold water fish is at the top of the list.
You can find a list of foods rich in antioxidants and Omega-3 fatty acids on this website. Check the menu.