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Did you know that your child’s brain grows and changes exceptionally rapidly?

If you are a parent, you can attest to the fact that time flies by when it comes to your child’s growth and development. But what you may not realize is that your child requires certain nutrients and crucial brain foods at the right stages of life to help them develop properly.

In this blog, let’s explore a few nutrients that are crucial to the growth and development of your child’s brain, including the foods in which they can be found. Then be sure to check back next week to discover even more crucial nutrients that your child needs as well as some key foods that contain several of them.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloNovember 12, 2020EFA's, Omega-3, Protein, Vitamins, Family, Hacks, Health, Kids, School, StudentsComment

Brain Inflammation: What it is and what you can do about it

Is your brain inflamed? How can you tell? And if it is, is there anything you can do about it?

One of the most common complaints I hear in my practice is related to brain inflammation. To discover what common complaint this is, to learn what you can do about it, and to download my free resource to help you get started today, be sure to read this week’s blog.

If you care about the health of your brain, you won’t want to miss this!

Brain Health, Conditions, Desserts, Neuronutrition, Whole FoodsKelly AielloOctober 29, 2020Alzheimer's, Dementia, Depression, Neurofatigue, TBI, Fatigue, Inflammation, Cacao, Antioxidant, EFA's, Omega-3, Vitamins, Coffee, Serotonin, Avocados, BlueberriesComment

5 Key Strategies to Support Your Immune System

There’s no doubt that we’re going through scary times right now. Many of us are still unsure of what to do; do we remain separated from each other, hidden in our homes, waiting for news that the current COVID-19 epidemic has passed?

If you are feeling afraid and powerless, I’d like you to know that there is something you can do. You can be proactive with your own health and fortify your body and immune system so that should you contract any virus or illness, you may be able to shorten its duration and minimize your symptoms.

This means you have power now.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Other, Digestive HealthKelly AielloOctober 16, 2020Alzheimer's, Dementia, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Carbohydrates, EFA's, Omega-3, Protein, Whole Foods, SugarComment

Feeding Diabetes: A Nutritionist’s Guide

Do you or someone you love have diabetes or are worried about it?

I received such an overwhelming response with my recent blog post on how to know if your blood sugar is out of whack that I decided to create a follow-up, focusing on how to feed diabetes.

Most people recognize the importance of managing blood sugar levels but often fall short when trying to manage it themselves. So this week, let me help.

Read on to discover a nutritionist’s guide on feeding diabetes.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Other, Digestive HealthKelly AielloOctober 1, 2020Alzheimer's, Dementia, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Carbohydrates, EFA's, Omega-3, Protein, Whole Foods, SugarComment

Neuronutrition after Traumatic Brain Injury: The Nutrients your Brain Needs

No matter how well you take care of yourself and your brain, the reality is that anyone can suffer from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) at any time. TBIs do not discriminate against gender, age, race, or health status.

For my husband Joe, it happened in a cycling accident.

For Maggie, whom I interviewed last week, it happened at a waterslide park.

For you, it may have been on a football field or hockey rink.

But regardless of how one may have sustained a TBI, the science is showing that proper nutrition following an acquisition can play a helpful role in TBI recovery.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, ConditionsKelly AielloJune 25, 2020Brain-Healthy Diet, Concussion, Neuronutrition, TBI, Neuroinflammation, Neurodegeneration, Antioxidant, EFA's, Zinc, Athletes, FatigueComment

Feeding your Immune System: A Nutritionist’s Guide

During times like this, the likes of which our society hasn’t seen in the last hundred years, amongst all the confusion, uncertainty, hopelessness, and anxiety, you may be wondering what to eat.

Read on to discover a nutritionist’s guide to the best foods you can eat in order to boost your immune system and keep viruses at bay.

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Simply email me at kelly@HappiHuman.com and mention this special offer. And don’t worry about having to leave the safety of your home, as we can conduct the session remotely, through my secure online portal.

Again, send me a quick email with your contact information to get started on naturally boosting your immune system today! I look forward to supporting you through this time!

With that, I send my warmest wishes your way for your health, safety, and peace of mind.

How to Increase Blood Flow to the Brain: 10 Essential Tips

Having low blood flow to your brain can also hinder your ability to think and make good decisions. Read this week’s blog post to discover 10 essential tips on increasing blood flow to your brain and helping your mind stay sharp. Do you want to get your memory back or just improve your thinking? Boosting blood flow to your brain may help. Adequate blood flow can help you think more clearly and remember more, while low blood flow to the brain is actually the number one indicator a person will develop Alzheimer's disease.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloDecember 19, 2019Alzheimer's, Concussion, Dementia, Depression, Memory, Parkinson's, TBI, Antioxidant, EFA's, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Business, Students, Cravings, Performance, Sugar, Plant BasedComment

How to Get Better Sleep

Could our modern lifestyle be preventing us from getting the quality sleep we need?

We all know that getting quality sleep is important - I’m sure you’ve felt the ramifications of a poor night’s sleep the following day (or two).

Last week I shared why sleep is so important to our health and what happens when we sleep. If you missed it, check it out here.

This week, read on to discover the health benefits of quality sleep and what you can do to get a better night’s rest.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloDecember 5, 2019Memory, Fatigue, Heart Health, Inflammation, Antioxidant, Carbohydrates, EFA's, Minerals, Omega-3, Protein, Spices, Vitamins, Vitamin C, Whole Foods, Zinc, Family, Hacks, Health, Sleep, Students, LifestyleComment

The Science of Sleep: What Happens When We Sleep?

The Science of Sleep: What Happens when we Sleep?

How many hours of sleep do you typically get each night? Do you wake feeling rested?

Sleep accounts for up to 33% of our lives. We know it’s important and feel the ramifications when we don’t get enough. But what exactly happens when we sleep? And how does our sleep affect both our physical and mental health?

Read this week’s post to find out!

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloNovember 28, 2019Memory, Fatigue, Heart Health, Inflammation, Antioxidant, Carbohydrates, EFA's, Minerals, Omega-3, Protein, Spices, Vitamins, Vitamin C, Whole Foods, Zinc, Family, Hacks, Health, Sleep, Students, LifestyleComment

Feeding the Autistic Brain

Welcome to my new series highlighting nutritional guidelines for specific conditions.

We all know that certain foods are better for us than others, but when dealing with a learning disability, neurological disorder, mental health issue, or other condition, consuming the right foods while avoiding certain others can have a huge impact on outcome.

This week, we start with autism and what to feed the autistic brain. Read on to discover some do’s and don’ts when feeding autism and why certain foods can have a huge impact on daily life.

Eat Smart: A Delicious Way to Optimize Academic Performance

Are you tired of falling behind in school and constantly burning the midnight oil? Would you like to improve your concentration in class and maintain better focus when studying? Would you like to learn how best to fuel your brain so that it will perform better than ever? Are you ready to start the school year feeling better than ever before?

If so, read on because proper neuronutrition can make all the difference - to optimize brain function and improve academic performance!

And if you’re not a student, this blog can help you, too! The principles within can certainly be applied to everyone in all walks of life - high school students, those in elementary school, and even adults who’d like to perform better at work and in life.

Your brain is your most valuable asset, and feeding it well is a great insurance policy!

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloSeptember 5, 2019Brain-Healthy Diet, Memory, Neuronutrition, Optimization, Autism, Inflammation, Antioxidant, EFA's, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Business, Health, Kids, School, Students, Coffee, Cravings, Nutritionist, Performance, SugarComment

Head Injury 101: Common Types of TBI and How to Spot Worrying Symptoms

As the saying goes: knowledge is power. Here are some of the most common head injuries and the worrying symptoms to keep an eye on. Globally, approximately 69 million individuals suffer from a traumatic brain injury (also known as TBI) each year.

It's not always obvious when someone is dealing with a TBI, as it is an invisible illness.

Symptoms can vary drastically, depending on the specific type of TBI someone has sustained as well as other factors like their diet and lifestyle.

If you're not sure if you or someone you love has experienced a traumatic brain injury, keep reading.

Explained below is some important information regarding the different types of TBI. You'll also learn how you can spot common TBI symptoms and what you can do to treat TBI.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloMay 9, 2019Brain-Healthy Diet, Concussion, Neuronutrition, TBI, Inflammation, EFA's, Omega-3, Athletes, Health, Meal Plans, SleepComment

The Autistic Brain & Autism Awareness: 2019

Are you the parent of a child with ASD?

If so, you know the challenges, hardships, and heartbreak that comes with such a diagnosis.

Your child’s future is uncertain and the present poses many challenges. Having your child wander away from safety is a major concern of many - with almost half of all autistic children known to bolt or wander from safety.

April is Autism Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness about the disorder for those who know little about it, and time to band together as one community to help each other and provide support for those who live with it and the devastation it causes daily.

This week’s post is all about autism - how autism affects the brain, what science has to say about it, and what nutritional changes you can make that may help.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloApril 11, 2019Mental Health, Brain-Healthy Diet, Autism, Carbohydrates, EFA's, Protein, Vitamins, Family, Health, Kids, Serotonin, Dairy, Eggs, Avocados, BlueberriesComment

9 Key Foods that Reduce Inflammation

Inflammation. It’s not just for health headlines; It’s a fact.

Scientists are measuring levels of inflammation in our bodies and finding that it can be devastating for our health. This is especially true when it becomes chronic, but even low levels of inflammation on a chronic basis can create problems and lead to disease.

Inflammation is often thought of as the root cause of all disease. This makes sense when you consider that it has been closely linked to obesity, heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s, Rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes - just to name a few.

As I’ve discussed often, inflammation is a vital part of our immune system's response to injury or infection. It’s our body's way of triggering the immune system to spring to action to repair damaged cells or tissues and defend our body against foreign invaders like viruses and bacteria.

Without inflammation, wounds may become septic and infections deadly. But if the inflammatory process continues for too long, or if inflammation occurs in places where it’s not needed, it can become a problem anywhere in our body or brain.

Luckily, a healthy diet and lifestyle can help keep inflammation under control.

Meals and Mental Health: What You Need to Know About Diet and Alzheimer’s

Poor diet contributes to one in every five deaths globally. Food consumption largely influences health conditions, including those affecting your brain - like Alzheimer's.

When it comes to protecting yourself from Alzheimer’s, many people consume the wrong food, hoping to gain good health but this doesn’t happen.

Alzheimer's is one of the health conditions that develop due to poor diet and nutrition. Studies show that you can protect yourself from the disease by watching what you eat.

Let's first demystify Alzheimer's then take a look at how nutrition comes into play.

Brain Health, NeuronutritionKelly AielloMarch 21, 2019Alzheimer's, Dementia, Memory, Mental Health, Neuronutrition, Antioxidant, EFA's, Vitamins, Omega-3, ProteinComment

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