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Finding an Exercise Plan that Actually Works For You

You don’t have to be an athlete to include exercise in your daily routine. You don’t need to be an athlete to have fun, or ‘be good’ at exercise either!

You just need to find a plan that suits you, and for so many people that’s where it gets difficult.

Sometimes it feels impossible to shed a few pounds or make your resting heart rate a little lower, thanks to just how boring, annoying, and tiring some exercises are.

But not all exercise is the same - you’ve just got to try new things once in a while. And if that sounds like a good idea to you, here are some tips for finding an exercise plan that works for you

LifestyleKelly AielloApril 3, 2023Lifestyle, Athletes, Excercise, MindsetComment

Unlocking The Secret to Athlete’s Peak Performance: Tips and Tricks to Stay in Shape

Are you an athlete looking to unlock the secret to peak performance? Or maybe you want to stay in shape and improve your fitness. Perhaps you are dealing with Insulin Resistance or the early stages of dementia and want to do what you can to mitigate future problems.

Whatever your goals may be, the right tips and tricks can help you reach your full potential.

From proper nutrition and hydration to effective training techniques, there are many factors to consider when it comes to staying in top form. Be sure to read this week’s blog to discover how to take your fitness to the next level!

LifestyleKelly AielloMarch 20, 2023Lifestyle, Athletes, Excercise, Health, Mindset, SleepComment

The Benefits of Neuronutrition for Mental Clarity: How to Reduce Brain Fog

Does it ever feel like your brain is in a fog? Do you find it increasingly impossible to focus or concentrate? Are you constantly in a state of mental fatigue, with impaired memory and slow recall?

If so, then you may be experiencing brain fog.

And you’ll also want to read this week’s blog, as we discuss what brain fog is, what causes it, and, most importantly, how nutrition, supplements, and exercise can be used to reduce it.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloMarch 9, 2023Brain Fog, Improve Cognitive Function, Mental Clarity, Neuronutrition, Optimization, Oxidative Stress, Antioxidant, EF, Omega-3, Vitamin C, Whole FoodsComment

How To Help Look After Your Health In Your 50s

As you get older, it’s important to look after your health.

Well, it’s important to look after your health at any age - but it becomes even more important when you reach your 50s.

Once you turn 50, you enter a new stage of life. You may be looking at retiring within the next ten years and travelling the world. Perhaps you’re watching your children leave home. Perhaps they’re starting families of their own and you’d like to be around to watch your grandchildren grow up.

Whatever the case may be, you’re in your prime and it’s time to make sure that prime lasts for as long as possible. None of us stay young forever and with age, we certainly start to feel it in our body.

Be sure to read this week’s post to discover some helpful tips to look after your health once you’re in your fifties.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloMarch 9, 2023Brain Foods Diet, Brain-Healthy Diet, Health, Sleep, Excercise, LifestyleComment

Dementia Discussions: Is There a Diet to Stave off Dementia?

Are you wondering if there is a diet to stave off dementia?

Have you ever watched someone you love become someone else as their brain slowly drifts away? If you have, you understand how heartbreaking dementia can be. It’s like you lose your loved one years before they pass away.

And if you have experienced this, you’re likely wondering how you can avoid the same fate.

There are no guarantees in life, but some emerging research shows that eating - and avoiding - certain foods can reduce your risk for developing dementia.

If you are curious about what foods and diets may help, be sure to read this week’s blog - your future health is on the line!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloFebruary 16, 2023Dementia, Improve Cognitive Function, Rever, ResveratrolComment

Feeling Foggy?: Six Simple Methods to Give Yourself Mental Clarity

Have you been feeling a little mentally foggy lately? Unable to focus or concentrate?

If so, you don’t want to miss blog! We’ll dive into mental clarity - what it means and simple methods you can implement today to get it back.

But first, what is “mental clarity?” In brief, when you are mentally clear, your mind is not foggy or clouded by worry, overwhelm, what-ifs, or indecision. Instead, you are able to think clearly, make better decisions, be more productive, and remain focused to attain optimal performance.

However, if you do not have mental clarity, it can truly get in the way of things that need to be done. This is far from ideal, but that’s how it is.

Whether you are a high-powered executive, a student, a machinist, a homemaker, or you’re simply trying to invest your time in your hobbies, if you lack mental clarity, you will have a hard time focusing.

So, what can you do if you lack mental clarity? Read this week’s blog to discover some simple daily changes that you can help give yourself mental clarity.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloJanuary 5, 2023Brain Fog, Optimization, Mental Clarity, Antioxidant, Whole Foods, Sleep, Blue LightComment

Brain Health: Benefits of Intermittent Fasting on the Brain

Are you ready to improve your brain health?

Have you ever considered intermittent fasting?

First, let me say that making a healthy lifestyle change isn’t about dieting - diets are not sustainable and don’t work in the long run. Instead, creating healthier new habits is about choosing to eat well for your lifestyle and body.

There are many ways to do this, and fasting is just one of them. But suppose fasting doesn’t sound like something you’re interested in. In that case, you may be surprised to learn some of the mental and physical benefits it can provide. And if fasting is something you’ve been meaning to try, be sure to read this week’s blog to discover if this form of brain-based nutrition is suitable for you.

Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloDecember 29, 2022Alzheimer's, Brain Fog, Improve Cognitive Function, Moody, Neuronutrition, Oxidative Stress, Neuroplasticity, Nutrition CoachComment

The Best Foods To Boost Brain Health and Memory

How familiar are you with the relationship between nutrition and brain health?

Did you even realize there was a relationship?

The brain is arguably the most important organ in the body that controls all bodily functions. It burns a huge amount of calories and so it needs a huge amount of nutrients and oxygen in order to function properly.

Since you use the brain constantly, even when you sleep, you need to consume the best, healthiest, most nutrient-rich food that will support all its functions. Food that contains healthy fats, protein, and complex carbs will give the brain the energy it needs to keep you healthy, safe, and functioning at an optimal level.

Read this week’s blog to learn about the best foods for your brain health and memory, as well as how to implement them into your diet.

The Importance Of Diet When Dealing With Addiction

Are you or someone you love recovering from an addiction?

This can be a very challenging and frustrating time, not to mention a time during which many people feel alone and confused.

What can make matters worse is not knowing what to do to help yourself, specifically when it comes to what to eat.

Indeed, there are several different aspects to recovery from addiction. It’s important to consider effective treatment from various angles, including both how the body and mind can be supported.

One of the factors to consider as part of a successful recovery is a healthy diet.

Diet can play a vital role when someone is in addiction recovery, helping to improve health in multiple ways. It can form one part of a healthier lifestyle and support people in their recovery. There are multiple reasons to pay attention to diet during recovery and different ways to navigate dietary changes to ensure good health.

Bottom line: Diet shouldn’t be ignored as part of a healthy recovery. Creating a balanced and healthy diet needs to be a part of planning an effective recovery that can lead to a healthier life.

Keep reading to discover some tips that may help along your journey.

Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloNovember 18, 2022Whole Foods, Hacks, Health, Mindfulness, Mindset, Addiction, LifestyleComment

Sugar Detox Guide: How to Transition to a Life Without Sugar

Do you feel like a slave to sugar?

Do sugar cravings run your life? Have you had enough?

If transitioning to a life without sugar seems impossible, but you’re ready to hear me out, then you’ve simply got to read this week’s blog!

We’ll dive into reasons why quitting sugar is a good thing (if there is any doubt), how to detox from sugar, and provide you with some tips to help you manage through the transition

You got this!

Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloNovember 3, 2022Whole Foods, Cravings, Detox, Lifestyle, Sugar-freeComment

Brain Basics: Neuroanatomy 101

At HappiHuman, we have been on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain for years.

We have been so focused on supporting your brain health and mental wellness for so long that it may be time to do something a little different… introduce you to your brain!

How well do you know your brain?

Do you know the main parts of the brain? Are you aware that each part is responsible for something different? Moreover, did you realize that each part of the brain has different nutritional requirements?

With that, let’s dive into a crash course about the brain that we’re calling Neuroanatomy 101!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloOctober 13, 2022Brain Fog, Neurofatigue, Neuronutrition, Diabetes, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Mindfulness, SleepComment

The Effects of Diabetes on the Brain

Over 37 million Americans have diabetes. Are you one of them?

Did you realize that in addition to that, 1 in 5 people have diabetes and don’t realize it? Those are startling statistics to say the least!

You’ve likely read how diabetes can lead to kidney damage, heart disease, nerve damage, and strokes. Perhaps you have beed affected by the ravages of this disease or have a family member or friend who has. If so, you have probably done a lot of research about it and received a great deal of advice as to how to manage your condition.

Among all the information out there, you don’t often hear about one thing - how much diabetes can affect your brain. It can cause brain fog, anxiety, and mood shifts. It also affects your cognitive abilities and puts you at higher risk for developing long-term complications like Alzheimer’s disease.

So keep reading to learn how diabetes affects your brain and what steps you can take to improve your brain health so you can function at your best!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloSeptember 22, 2022Brain Fog, Neurofatigue, Neuronutrition, Diabetes, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Mindfulness, SleepComment

How to Deal with Neurofatigue

Do you experience brain fog or neurofatigue?

Do your symptoms like an inability to concentrate or an overwhelming feeling of exhaustion ever make you feel isolated or frustrated? Does your neurofatigue seem impossible to manage?

The debilitating experience of neurofatigue is not something we openly talk about every day. So if you or somebody you love has had to deal with neurofatigue, be sure you read this post. You shouldn’t have to suffer alone.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloSeptember 9, 2022Brain Fog, Head Injury, Neurofatigue, Neuronutrition, TBI, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Mindfulness, SleepComment

How Coffee Can Improve Your Mental Health

Are you a coffee drinker?

Do you need coffee’s caffeine boost to help you get through the day? Or do you drink coffee because you enjoy the taste? Did you know that not all coffee is created equal?

Though it’s true there are many health benefits to coffee, it’s also important to know that coffee isn’t for everyone. So let’s start at the beginning.

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It has also been shown to have numerous health benefits. While many people drink coffee to get a caffeine jolt, in today’s blog, we’re going to explore how coffee can improve your mental health. That’s right, there are also many potential mental health benefits associated with coffee consumption.

There are two main things that make coffee great for your health: the caffeine and the antioxidants. Antioxidants are important because they help to protect your cells from damage (oxidative stress), while the caffeine in coffee can help improve mood, cognitive function and physical performance.

So be sure to read this week’s blog to learn more about how each of these affects you and your mental health.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloJuly 21, 2022Mental Health, Health, Mindset, Alzheimer's, Depression, Memory, Improve Cognitive Function, NeuronutritionComment

Simple Self-Care to Improve Your Mental Health

Self-care isn’t just a buzzword.

Self-care is a must for maintaining your mental health. When you neglect your needs, stress builds. In some cases, it may even lead to burnout, depression, or other struggles.

By engaging is self-care, you take a moment to put yourself first. It also provides a chance to rest, recharge, and recenter. By doing it regularly, your mental health often improves, making it easier to tackle challenges moving forward.

While some self-care routines are complex, you don’t have to go that route to see results. Read this week’s blog to discover some simple self-care activities that can improve your mental health. Start with one you can easily implement then take it from there!

Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 30, 2022Mental Health, Health, Meditation, Mindset, Nutrition Coach, self-esteemComment

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