Here is some bad news, and some good news, about Lyme disease. In addition, those on the West coast are at greater risk for Relapsing Fever as well. Please check out this article and get tested if you are suspicious (even if you do not recall having a tick bite!). […]
Brain and Nervous System Health
Easily Distracted? Try These Ideas . . .
Here are some great ideas to help your brain be able to stay focused. I highly recommend especially taking breaks and to stop multi-tasking. Limiting screen time is also very helpful!
Breakfast for the Brain!
When we skip breakfast, our brains suffer. Thinking and learning suffer. So pack your breakfast the night before and eat before school or work! I would avoid the grain-based breakfasts–think hard-boiled eggs, slices of chicken, nut butter with fruit, Greek (or homemade!) yogurt, smoothie, etc. Read more here.
Bread and Mental Health
This is a great (albeit long) article explaining the risks of grains in a very scientific way. Check it out . . .
Help Your Kids Kick the Sugar
Eliminating sugar from our diets can be excruciating no matter what age we are! Sugar changes brain chemistry so that when we stop eating it, we may find ourselves depressed, exhausted, irritable, unable to focus or with poor memory. Digestive changes may also occur. But stick with it! Here are […]
Benefits of Fish Oil
Some of the benefits of supplementing fish oil are included in this article–realize their are many more including supporting skin health, immune function, memory, etc. Be ensure you are getting a quality fish oil–no discount brands or your may find yourself doing harm instead of supporting health (heavy metal contaminants […]
Vitamin B-complex and EFA’s for Alzheimer’s
Evidence is growing that essential fatty acids (think cod liver oil and fish oil) and B vitamins are beneficial at improving brain function of those suffering with Alzheimer’s. Please eat your sardines, take your cod liver oil or fish oil (I’m not a fan of krill oil as I have […]
The Importance of Serotonin
We’ve long known the association between serotonin and mood as well as pain perception. Research continues and this report reviews links between serotonin levels and ability to produce neuronal networks. This may be at least part of the answer to conditions such as epilepsy, autism, and more. And serotonin support […]
Healthy Comfort Foods
OK, we all have those days of increased stress. Unfortunately, on those days we often turn to unhealthy options to help us cope. There is good news, though–healthy options exist! Pour yourself some chamomile or lavender tea. Scutellaria is another botanical option to reduce anxiety. Eating berries and deep breathing […]
Walnuts–For Your Brain
Walnuts may be the hit food for 2016. Definitely include them in your diet, but don’t over-eat any nut or other food. Keep your diet diverse in vegetables and fruits. Eat healthy fats (coconut oil, olive oil) and proteins, too. Click here to read more.
