Multiple Sclerosis, Memory Loss and What You Should Know
What Is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) ? MS is a chronic nerve disease that affects the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves of the central nervous system. Those who suffer with this condition often have symptoms that include muscle weakness, balance and coordination issues. MS can also affect cognitive processing, bladder and bowel dysfunction, weakness, fatigue, […]
What is Amygdala Hijack ?
The amygdala is a neural structure located in the base region of the brain that is involved in processing emotions, stress response and fear. It’s referred to as “the gateway to the limbic system”. Which is the basic survival and subconscious area of the brain. The amygdala is the area of the brain that is […]
DHA and EPA for Brain Health
If you are serious about supporting your brain health as you age then, getting enough DHA and EPA from your diet is a must. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) are both Omega -3 fatty acids which occur naturally in cold water ocean fish including, salmon, sardines, mackerel, herring, bluefish, black cod and trout. […]
Food For The Brain – Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s Disease is a degenerative neurological disorder that affects the brain region responsible for the production of the neurotransmitter dopamine. The condition is characterized by a loss of motor control, rigidity, slowness of movement, balance and tremor problems, fatigue, sleep and memory deficits as well as constipation. Causes and Conventional Treatment Parkinson’s disease affects people […]
Importance of Brain Foods For Autism
Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder that affects approximately 2.5% of the children in the US. It is characterized by speech and social interaction difficulties, mood fluctuations, repetitive or ritualistic behaviors , social anxiety, inappropriate visual and sensory misperceptions and obsessive/ compulsive behaviors. There seems to be no single cause for autism yet genetic and […]
Brain Foods For Anxiety
General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is one of the most common psychological diagnosis in all of mental health. It’s symptoms can often be triggered by financial pressures, major life events, relationship issues and poor health news. The sudden onset of nervousness, worry, fear, panic attacks, lack of concentration, racing heart , dizziness or insomnia can be […]
Brain Foods For ADHD
It is estimated that about 5-6% of children throughout the country exhibit common behaviors associated with ADHD. The three most prominent are impulsivity, hyperactivity and distraction or lack of attention. Boys seem to have higher rates than girls typically and several recent studies reveal that 30-70% of children with ADHD will continue exhibiting symptoms into […]
Brain Foods For Depression
This article continues the” Brain Food Series” dedicated to what the research shows in how our food choices can play a significant supportive role to help lessen or alleviate symptoms from most mental health conditions. The aim is to give a reader more hard factual information that can then be put into practice by making […]
Five Best Brain Foods
We all know how important nutrition is for our overall physical health. Food plays the most vital role of our most basic human survival requirements. Our food choices require scrutiny and selectivity because our bodies demand it. In order to thrive and ensure optimal energy production our bodies need the best raw materials that can […]
Increase Risk of Stroke, Heart Attack and Early Death From Eating More Refined Grains
A new study conducted by Simon Fraser University that was published in The British Medical Journal, found consuming more refined grains such as white bread, croissants, and crackers is associated with an increased risk of stroke, major cardiovascular disease and early death. We have all known for years that eating a clean balanced diet rich […]