Posts in Neuronutrition

6 Amazing Brain-Healthy Spices to use this Holiday

The holidays provide great opportunities - to connect with loved ones, to create lasting traditions, to welcome friends, and to spend some extra time in the kitchen.

But just because we may be cooking or baking (and eating) a little more than usual, we shouldn’t forget about the health of our brain. In fact, there are several seasonings often used this time of year that actually support proper brain health.

Nutrients contained within certain herbs and spices can help sharpen memory, improve sleep, balance blood sugar levels, and reduce stress.

Read on to discover which amazing spices you can use this holiday season and all year long, that both you and your brain will love!

Other, NeuronutritionKelly AielloDecember 20, 2018Holiday's, Mental Health, SpicesComment

Get Happy: How To Increase Serotonin Levels Naturally

Are you one of the 21 million Americans who struggle with a mood disorder?

Some mood issues can be attributed to low levels of serotonin in the body. Luckily, there are a number of natural ways to increase your serotonin levels.

Read on to discover some things you should consider when trying to increase your serotonin levels naturally.

Brain Health, NeuronutritionKelly AielloDecember 6, 2018Mental Health, Spices, Lifestyle, Serotonin, Coffee Comments

Sugar’s Role in Brain Health and Neurodegenerative Disease

We all know that sugar is unhealthy. But did you know that sugar can negatively impact our mental health?

Ever wonder why when we are feeling down, we reach for a sugary snack to help pick us back up?

Did you know that consuming high amounts of refined sugar can lead to Alzheimer’s disease?

Keep reading to discover how sugar damages our brain and what we can do about it.

Neuronutrition, Brain HealthKelly AielloNovember 29, 2018Sugar, Mental Health, Alzheimer's, Blood Sugar, NeuronutritionComment

Gratitude: How Gratitude Improves Brain Health

Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends and family!

With Thanksgiving comes the official start of the holiday season!

Most of us look forward to time spent with family and friends. Time to enjoy this festive time of year and share our good fortune with others. In fact, many of us have already started celebrating or anticipating the holidays at the very least.

Yet for others, the holidays can be a challenge, often fraught with anxiety, financial worries, depression, and sadness. If you feel overwhelmed or down when this time of year rolls around, keep reading - I’m about to give you reason to be thankful.

Practicing gratitude goes a lot further than saying “thanks” - it can actually improve your brain health!

Other, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloNovember 22, 2018Lifestyle, Mental Health, MindfulnessComment

Coffee’s Role in Neurological Health: The Benefits of Coffee for your Brain: Part 2

Last month I dove into the world of coffee. Media attention over the last few years has left everyone’s head spinning. Is it helpful or harmful to health? Is it friend or foe?

This week, we’ll take a closer look at the role coffee may play in the health of your brain. More specifically, can it prevent or delay the onset of neurodegenerative diseases?

Neuronutrition, Brain HealthKelly AielloNovember 1, 2018Coffee, Neuronutrition, DementiaComment

Neuronutrition for Positive Mental Health

As a continuation to last week’s blog post about mental health and in an effort to continue education and awareness, this week’s post will focus on foods for optimal mental health and natural ways to deal with a mental health issue or prevent one from occurring.

We are all affected by mental health problems at one time or another. We can all feel depressed, stressed, frightened, or unsafe at various times. More likely than not, these feelings pass. For some people, however, they can develop into a more serious long-term problem.

Should this happen to you, what can you do about it?

Read on to find out what foods you should be eating and what else you can do.

Other, Neuronutrition, Brain HealthKelly AielloOctober 18, 2018Mental Health, Neuronutrition, Mindfulness, Vitamins, Whole FoodsComment

Neuronutrition for Optimal School Performance

Is your child falling behind in school?

Is your teen unable to concentrate in class?

Are you concerned that your child may have a learning disability?

Are you a college or university student constantly stressed, fatigued, and feeling out of control?

Now that the school year is well underway, you may have noticed that your child is suffering in the classroom or lagging behind his peers. Perhaps he’s hyperactive and cannot sit still long enough to allow new material to sink in. Maybe your teen’s teacher(s) have contacted you about concerns with behaviour issues or inattention. Or maybe your worried about your college student’s poor eating habits while constantly burning the midnight oil.

If so, read on because the right nutrition can make all the difference!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloSeptember 27, 2018Mental Health, Meal Plans, Neuronutrition, Performance, SchoolComment

Top 10 Brain Exercises to Keep Your Mind Sharp

Is staving off dementia and keeping your brain in shape important to you?

Just like you need to work your muscles to stay in shape, so too do you need to work your brain to stay sharp. Read on to learn about the best brain exercises you can do to keep your brain in optimal working order.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloSeptember 5, 2018Brain Fog, Mental Health, Dementia, Depression, Alzheimer's, MindfulnessComment

9 Healthy Eating Tips for Back to School

Some of you may be disappointed that those lazy summer days are over as another school year is about to start. Others may be excited to get back into familiar routines and the kids busy again. But regardless of how you feel about the return of a new school year, it is always a great time to kick-start new habits and create better eating routines for the whole family.

To help you get the school year started on the right foot, this week’s blog post includes 9 healthy eating tips to kick the year off right while improving the focus and productivity of everyone in the household.

Neuronutrition, Whole Foods, LifestyleKelly AielloAugust 30, 2018Mental Health, School, Family, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsComment

TBI and Neuronutrition: How What You Eat Can Help Improve Brain Injuries

How What You Eat Can Help Improve Brain Injuries.

Have you, or someone you love, been the victim of a traumatic brain injury and you feel like its taking too long to recover? If so, then you'll want to read this article and learn how neuronutrition can help speed up the brain's healing process.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloAugust 16, 2018TBI, Neuronutrition, Whole Foods, Mental HealthComment

The 10 Best Brain Vitamins to Boost Focus and Memory

These are the 10 most essential brain vitamins you should be taking.

Your brain is responsible for a myriad of crucial body and mind functions. It uses up to 25% of food energy and is constantly active, even when you sleep. If you're curious to know what vitamins are good for your brain and can improve your mood, memory, and focus, read this week’s blog post. You’ll discover the 10 most essential brain vitamins you should be taking and why.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloJuly 12, 2018Health, Mental Health, Brain Fog, Performance, Vitamins, LifestyleComment

Eat Healthier With the Kids Using These Family Meal Planning Tips

Trying to get your whole family to be healthy can seem like a difficult task, but if you follow the family meal planning tips offered in this week’s blog post, you can help everyone be healthy!

In spite of the fact that over 75% of us claim that we focus on healthy eating, most of us aren't actually getting the nutrition we need.

When you take a look at the added ingredients, excess sugar, and over-reliance on fast food, it's not hard to see why.

With roughly 36% of American adults and 18% of children classified as obese, the question becomes, what can we do about it?

What concrete steps can you take to protect your own health and the health of your family members?

It all starts with healthy meal planning.

Yes, exercise is important, but it's what you eat that really makes a difference.

How can you ensure that your portions, nutrients, and of course, the actual taste, of the meals you make for your family, is up to snuff?

Read on for family meal planning tips.

Whole Foods, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, ConditionsKelly AielloApril 19, 2018Meal Plans, Whole Foods, Health, Mental Health, Weight ManagementComment

Benefits of a Ketogenic Diet for Brain Health: Continued

Last week, I introduced you to the ketogenic diet and how it can benefit brain health, especially after a traumatic brain injury.

The benefits offered by the ketogenic diet may have far-reaching effects. It can help a brain injury survivor with cognitive and motor impairments and the metabolic changes that occurred upon injury. It can also help improve cognitive performance and prevent age-related cognitive decline in anyone - from those who have a strong family history of Alzheimer’s who would like to prevent getting the disease to professionals wanting to improve performance to students looking to improve focus.

In a nutshell, the ketogenic diet is a high fat, low carb, moderate protein approach to eating that switches the body’s metabolism to using fat as a main source of fuel.

Discover some important considerations when implementing the ketogenic diet, what foods to eat on keto, and how to achieve a state of ketosis.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloApril 11, 2018Keto, Lifestyle, Mental Health, TBI, Concussion, NeuronutritionComment

Benefits of a Ketogenic Diet for Brain Health and TBI

Have you or a loved one suffered a traumatic brain injury or perhaps you're experiencing signs of cognitive decline?

Do you wonder if a change in diet may help?

Let’s start at the beginning. When someone experiences a traumatic brain injury (TBI), various biological changes take place within the brain. Among them is increased free radical formation in the mitochondria - cell structures that generate energy. These free radicals damage cell membranes which lead to abnormal neuronal signalling.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloApril 5, 2018Keto, Lifestyle, TBI, Mental Health Comment

The Benefits of Neuronutrition: for Brain Health and Longevity

Are you looking to restore cognitive function after sustaining a brain injury? Are you a professional who’d benefit from a better memory or improved productivity?

Would you like to be rid of brain fog or neuro-fatigue?

Are you interested in maintaining or improving cognitive function as you age?

Would you like to protect your most valuable asset and learn what you can do to prevent Alzheimer’s disease?

Read this week’s blog post to find out how.

You’ll also discover what neuronutrition is, what nutrients can fuel the brain, what can devastate it, and who can benefit from neuronutrition. You’ll also find out how you can use neuronutrition to prevent cognitive decline associated with aging, or improve mental focus, cognition, and productivity. Whatever your motivation, feeding your brain can nourish your mind.

I’ve also attached links to some easy new recipes for you to enjoy that can help get your brain in optimal working order.

Coming Soon to HappiHuman.com…

I have an exciting new program in the works for anyone who is looking to improve cognitive performance, prevent Alzheimer’s, or wants to learn more about nutrition for the brain!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, Whole FoodsKelly AielloMarch 19, 2018Neuronutrition, Whole Foods, Mental Health, Inflammation, GMO, Lifestyle Comments

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