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How to Improve Cognitive Function: Brain Foods Diet vs. Taking Brain Support Supplements

If the current pandemic has done one thing for us, it's made us more health-conscious. More people are exercising, cooking healthier meals, and focusing on their quality of life.

Well, there’s one part of our bodies that matters more than anything else - our brains! Fortunately, there are ways to take care of our minds and keep them healthy for the long term!

So, if you’ve ever wondered how best to keep your mind sharp or how to improve cognitive function, you’re going to want to read this week’s blog.

Can a diet improve cognitive function or should you take supplements for brain health? Read on to discover the answer for yourself.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 24, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Mental Health, Improve Cognitive Function, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Coffee, Chocolate, WalnutsComment

Brain Benefits of Having Balanced Blood Sugar Levels

Ok, so maybe not the kind of sugar you originally thought about - but sugars in your blood.

Why should you pay attention to your blood sugar levels? Well, if you have diabetes, are worried about getting it in the future, are battling cancer, or want to stave off dementia, then blood sugar levels should be of great concern to you - and you probably already know this.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 10, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Mental Health, Improve Cognitive Function, Diabetes, Pre-DiabeticComment

Online Nutrition Coach: Supportive and Tailored for You

Are you tired of watching your weight fluctuate throughout the year? Do you want to find a way that you can stick to a consistent nutritional plan for the rest of your life?

If so, you need to learn all you can about hiring a nutrition coach.

Online nutrition coaches can provide several benefits for your life. They can help you develop a healthier relationship with food, boost your mental health, and help you keep off the weight you've lost.

Read this week’s blog

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloJanuary 27, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Whole Foods, Health, Meal Plans, Mindset, Nutrition Coach, Weight ManagementComment

A Nutritionist’s Journey: From Sickness to Genuine Health

If you have been following me and receiving my newsletter for a while, I’d like to say thanks! I’m glad to have you here If you are new to HappiHuman, welcome! I have been a nutritionist and blogger for over four years now. As a result, it was time to give my website a new, fresher look. What better time to roll out a new look than the start of a new year?

So, in this week’s feature blog, I thought it was only fitting to go back and tell you more about me and my story… who I am, where I came from, and what brought me to where I am today. Why? Because my health journey has resonated with many, and it may resonate with you, too.

So kick back, relax, and enjoy my story!

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJanuary 6, 2022Neuronutrition, TBI, Cancer, Thyroid, Health, Meal Plans, Meditation, Mindset, Nutritionist, Stress, Lifestyle, Keto, Paleo, Sugar-freeComment

Is It An Eating Disorder Or Is It OCD?

What are the warning signs your child may have an eating disorder? Could your child’s eating habits be the result of obsessive compulsions? Do you know the difference between what to look for and how to deal with an eating disorder or OCD in your child? If these thoughts or questions have surfaced for you in the past, or perhaps were triggered in you now, you don’t want to miss this blog!

I sat down to have a very candid discussion with mental health trailblazer Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge about this very topic.

Brain Health, Conditions, LifestyleKelly AielloDecember 9, 2021Mental Health, Anxiety, Eating Disorder, OCD, Family, KidsComment

How to Get More Oxygen to the Brain

Are you looking to break through brain fog or are you concerned with your long-term brain health?

If so, learning how to boost the level of oxygen in your brain is essential.

Read this week’s post to discover the benefits of increased oxygen to your brain and how easily you can make it happen.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloNovember 4, 2021Omega-3, Resveratrol, Health, Meditation, Neuronutrition, Nutritionist, OxygenComment

Stress And Anxiety in Our Kids: What’s The Difference And How To Help

Have you ever wondered when stress becomes anxiety?

Do you have a child or teen who struggles with a mental health issue? Do you struggle yourself?

If so, you don’t want to miss this week’s blog!

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Roseann, a trailblazer in children’s mental health to discuss her new book, what the difference between stress and anxiety is, and what you can do to help your child and your whole family.

Here is our interview…

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloOctober 21, 2021Mental Health, Anxiety, Autism, Inflammation, Family, Stress, Gluten, Sugar, KidsComment

The Mind-Immune Connection: How Mental Health and Immune Health Affect Each Other

What do Alzheimer’s, anxiety, brain fog, diabetes, asthma, and allergies have in common?

The answer may shock you. It may also help explain the connection between mental health and immune health. Yes, there is a mind-immune connection. But what is the driving mechanism linking the two?

In a word: Stress!

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloOctober 7, 2021Mental Health, Mind-Immune Connection, Anxiety, Inflammation, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Protein, Vitamins, Health, MindsetComment

An Interview With Mark Tullius: Former MMA Fighter Turned TBI and CTE Activist

This week, the HappiHuman community is in for a treat!

I sat down to interview a former ivy league football player and MMA fighter who is now an activist for TBI and CTE to hear about his experiences with multiple concussions, what prompted him to stop fighting, and how he turned things around for himself.

So stay tuned to read a summary of the conversation we had.

If you have kids in contact sports or have sustained a concussion yourself, you don’t want to miss this!

Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloSeptember 16, 2021Concussion, Depression, Dementia, Mental Health, TBI, CTE, Meditation, School, FootballComment

Brain Food Diet

Do you want to boost your brainpower naturally but don’t know how? Don’t miss out on this week’s blog, containing excellent brain food diets that can help.

Why should you care?

If there is one organ that we should pay attention to when it comes to our health, it’s our brain. This complex piece of human machinery is the command centre behind our every thought and action.

Yet, surprisingly, many of us don’t consider that the load we put on this precious part of our body can lead to poor brain health. So what can we do about it?

Well, what we eat is what provides the power to our powerhouse. So by focusing on brain food diets, you can keep your brain in good health, providing you peace of mind long into the future.

Want to know what the best brain-healthy foods are or looking for ways to reverse dementia naturally? Read this week’s blog to find out more.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Whole Foods, LifestyleKelly AielloSeptember 2, 2021Alzheimer's, Brain-Healthy Diet, Brain Foods Diet, Best Food For Memory, Anti-Anxiety Diet, Reverse Dementia Naturally, Omega-3, Blueberries, Eggs, Garlic, WalnutsComment

Tips for Improving Your Health Habit

When you want to make changes or improvements to an area of your life, do you jump into the deep end feet-first with an all-or-nothing attitude? Only to find yourself drowning a short time later, unable to maintain the changes you desire?

If this sounds like you, you are not alone. This is an all-too-common scenario for many!

So what can you do? Is it possible to make long-lasting changes that won’t leave you feeling deprived or zapped of energy?

When you know your lifestyle or eating habits could use a few healthy upgrades, there’s no question that it can be hard to know where to start.

However, change may be easier than you think.

A few small adjustments to your current routine or eating habits might be the ticket to big results rather than overhauling your entire life. If you’re wondering how to get started, read on for practical steps you can take to improve your daily health habits.

Other, LifestyleKelly AielloAugust 12, 2021Lifestyle, Hacks, Health, MindsetComment

What Is the Grain Brain Diet? Everything You Need to Know

Are you dealing with a foggy memory of fatigue? Are you looking for a way to improve your brain health?

If so, you've come to the right place.

We have a solution that’s all-natural, making it a much better choice than any pill or strange quick-fix. It’s called the grain brain diet.

The grain brain diet is a nutritional diet that seeks to heal the brain and the body. And, you don’t need anything special to get started.

To learn more about the grain brain diet and how you can follow it, be sure to read this week’s post!

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJuly 29, 2021Carbohydrates, Protein, Whole Foods, Grain Brain Diet, Eggs, Gluten-free, Grass-Fed BeefComment

How to Banish Brain Fog: 8 Ways to Regain Clarity and Age Gracefully

Are you struggling with brain fog and don’t know how to find relief?

Brain fog is a common condition in adults and can be the result of many factors.

Whether it’s stress, a lack of sleep, insufficient physical activity, poor nutrition, or an under-stimulated brain, brain fog can negatively affect the quality of your life.

Luckily, there are many things you can do to eliminate or relieve brain fog that don’t include medications or medical treatments.

Be sure to read this week’s article to learn 8 simple ways to eliminate brain fog so you can age gracefully and happily.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloJuly 15, 2021Alzheimer's, Brain-Healthy Diet, Neurofatigue, Whole Foods, Meditation, StressComment

Brain Games to Keep Seniors Active and Healthy: The Power Of Mental Exercise

Are you worried about your cognitive function as you age?

If so, you’re not alone!

Recent studies have indicated that most people fear dementia more than any other illness. And their concerns are valid.

But do you know that there are natural approaches you can take to limit your risks?

Though nothing in life is guaranteed, one thing is certain; we must take the utmost care of our health - as we age and at every stage of our lives. Why? Doing so will increase our chances of living our lives with vitality for as long as possible. This not only pertains to our physical health, but it also includes our mental health.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloJune 24, 2021Brain Fog, Brain-Healthy Diet, Alzheimer's, Dementia, NeurotransmitterComment

Supporting Your Mental Health with Neurotransmitter

Do you know that we have natural brain chemicals that affect our mood?

In our last blog, we discussed three common neurotransmitters involved in mental health: serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine as well as how they work.

This week, let’s take a closer look at natural foods and supplements that can support each of these key neurotransmitters.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 10, 2021Depression, Mental Health, Moody, TBI, Anxiety, Coffee, Mental Illness, Health, Mindset, Dopamine, Neurotransmitter, TryptophanComment

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