Brain Health: Food for Thought!

The concept of brain health has received a lot of attention lately. Some of the most common diseases and conditions in our society affect the brain. These include Alzheimer's disease, ADHD, stress, and depression. Nutrition impacts brain health as much as it influences the health of the rest of the body. By eating right and supplementing your diet wisely, you can reduce your risk of developing brain-related diseases and conditions and generally improve your mood and mental productivity.

The Right Fats

Healthy fats are some of the most important nutrients for brain health. The omega-3 fats contained in raw almonds and fish oil create more flexible cell membranes that transmit brain signals more effectively. No wonder research has shown that omega-3 fats reduce the risk of depression, bipolar disorder, depression, stroke, and Parkinson's disease.

Here Come the Radical Fighters

The antioxidants contained in fresh fruits and vegetables and in supplements including EnergyFirst Greenergy are also very beneficial for brain health. According to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, people who eat an abundance of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants are 70 percent less likely to suffer from dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Exercise

Finally, don't forget to exercise. Recent studies have shown that regular exercise significantly improves memory, cognitive function, and mood in people of all ages and dramatically slows the brain's aging. Boy, is there anything exercise can't do?!