Posts tagged Microbiome

The Impact of Food on Anxiety: Insights from a Neuro-Nutritionist - PART 2

In part 1 of this special two-part series, I exposed two surprising truths about anxiety and introduced you to additional considerations that can negatively effect mental health.

If you missed it, be sure to check out the two little-known secrets I revealed last time - that anxiety can be a good thing, and that it serves a very valuable purpose in keeping us alive.

Now, let’s dive into the more complex relationship between nutrition, brain function, and emotional well-being and consider some of the best foods to help us better manage anxiety and improve overall health. We’ll also consider some of the worst.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 22, 2024Anti-Anxiety Diet, Mental Health, Neuronutrition, Anxiety, Microbiome, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Protein, Whole Foods, Blueberries, GMO, Ultra Processed FoodsComment

Feeding the Brain: How Plant Foods Affect Brain Health

You’ve probably heard that your gut is considered your “second brain” and that the gut-brain connection is real.

But did you realize that many brain issues stem from gut issues?

Did you also know that people with poor gut health often suffer from poor brain health?

It’s not uncommon for people dealing with food intolerances, IBS, bloating, or constipation to also experience brain fog, anxiety, memory issues, or mental fatigue.

But why is that? And, more importantly, what can be done about it?

Be sure to read this week’s blog to find out!

Digestive Health, Neuronutrition, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJanuary 26, 2023Microbiome, Prebiotics, Antioxidant, Who, Plant Based, WalnutsComment

Probiotics vs. Prebiotics 101

Probiotics are getting more and more well-known for their health-promoting benefits. And the research showing the importance of our gut microbes is growing every day.

Did you know that what you eat feeds not only you, but your probiotics, too?

It’s true!

Those little “gut bugs” need to eat a healthful diet, just like you do. The good news is that the foods that are healthy for you are also healthy for them. And, because they’re microbes, they can digest foods that we can’t, like dietary fibre.

The foods that feed probiotics are called “prebiotics.” And this post is the 101 on what you need to know about both probiotics and prebiotics.

Other, Neuronutrition, Digestive HealthKelly AielloJune 11, 2020Depression, Moody, Microbiome, Probiotics, Prebiotics, Serotonin, Brain-Healthy DietComment

Leaky Gut: What it is and How to Know if you Have One

The term "leaky gut" has been thrown around a lot lately.

Do you think you may have one? How do you know? And if you do, what can you do about it?

Leaky gut can be linked to many different conditions; especially ones related to the gut and chronic inflammation. While there may not be one definitive test to diagnose a leaky gut just yet, there are some known dietary and lifestyle factors that can make it better or worse.

In this week’s blog post, I’ll dive into those factors right after telling you a bit about what it is, how it occurs, and what some of the common symptoms are.

Plus, you’re in for a treat this week. I’m also sharing one of my favourite chicken broth recipes that is slow-cooked and oh so comforting!

Improving Brain Health Through the Gut

How does an unhappy gut equate to an unhappy brain? I’m sure you’ve heard of the gut-brain axis by now.

But just how closely linked is the health of our gut to the health of our brain? How can one affect the other? And, most importantly, how can we use the health of our gut to improve that of our brain?

Keep reading to find out!

The Gut-Brain Connection: How To Feed Your Brain

The Gut-Brain Connection: How To Feed Your Brain If there was ever a call for "digestive health," this is it!

Yes, it's true. Your gut is considered your "second brain."

There is no denying it anymore.

And because of the new scientific discoveries about the vagus nerve, the enteric nervous system, and the amazing influence your gut microbes can have on all aspects of your health (including that of your brain), it's no wonder that what you eat feeds not only your body but can directly affect your brain.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Digestive HealthKelly AielloFebruary 14, 2019Memory, Mental Health, Moody, Neuronutrition, Parkinson's, Microbiome, Omega-3, Whole Foods, SerotoninComment

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