The Surprising Truth about Carbs: Friend or Foe?

Carbohydrates. Are they really the enemy?

Carbs have been demonized as of late. After all, they are largely to blame for the world’s obesity epidemic and the multitude of health problems that follow.

But are all crabs created equal?

Read this week’s post to discover the truth about carbohydrates before you swear off this misunderstood food group completely.

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Crème Fraîche Coffee Cake (Gluten-free)

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Lifestyle, Whole Foods, Dinner, DessertsKelly AielloAugust 1, 2019Salad, Lectin-free, Paleo, Whole Foods, VegetarianComment

Watermelon Feta Salad

Lifestyle, Whole Foods, DinnerKelly AielloJuly 25, 2019Salad, Gluten-free, Lectin-free, Paleo, Whole Foods, Plant Based, Vegetarian, VeganComment

Keto Parmesan Chicken Wings

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Lifestyle, Dinner, Lunch, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJuly 11, 2019Whole Foods, Meal Plans, Keto, Gluten-free, Lectin-free, Sugar-free, RecipeComment

Protein-Powered Banana Bread

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Fresh Summer Salad

Lifestyle, Dinner, Lunch, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJune 27, 2019Whole Foods, Vegetarian, Plant Based, Meal Plans, RecipeComment

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Silent Epidemic

Brain injury is a silent epidemic.

On the surface, things may look fine. But beneath the surface, there is a vast network of symptoms that no one sees. These symptoms are very difficult to deal with and almost impossible for others to understand.

This is why I liken the effects of a brain injury to an iceberg - below the surface of the TBI iceberg lies the hidden burden of the disease.

In my continued quest to educate about brain injuries and in light of the fact that June is Traumatic Injury Awareness Month, I urge you to read on to discover how brain injuries are a silent epidemic and learn about the true impact brain injuries can have.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, ConditionsKelly AielloJune 20, 2019Brain-Healthy Diet, Concussion, Depression, Dementia, Memory, Mental Health, Moody, Neuronutrition, TBI, Autism, Fatigue, Athletes, Health Comment

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Facts, Causes, and Symptoms

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Facts, Causes, and Symptoms

Summer is the time for outdoor sports like soccer, football, and rugby. It’s time to dust off the bike and inflate the tires. It’s time to ensure that motorcycle and fix the leaky cabin roof. Yet each of these activities comes with a cautionary note.

June is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month - a time to enjoy the outdoors for sure, but not be too carefree or careless. When it comes to the health of our brain - we can never be too cautious!

Read on to discover some facts about brain injuries, including causes and symptoms. Then tune in next week, when I’ll discuss how brain injuries are becoming a growing silent epidemic and provide some practical advice on how to help someone who has sustained one.

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Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 13, 2019Alzheimer's, Dementia, Concussion, TBI, Athletes, HealthComment

9 of the Best Ways to Protect Your Brain

Following are 9 practical things you can start investing in today to protect your most valuable organ. Your brain is a highly complex machine that is responsible for every single thing you do, think, feel and say.

With more neurons than stars contained in our galaxy, your brain is considered the executive control centre of your body. As such, it supervises every thought, feeling, memory, mood, and action that you undertake.

Your brain is what makes you… you!

Yet most people often don’t think twice about this vital organ.

Brain Boost: 9 Reasons to Eat More Omega 3s

Omega 3s are membrane components. They surround every one of your cells to give them energy. Omega 3 fatty acids do many positive things for our health, including increasing the functionality of our eyes, brain, lungs, immune system, and heart.

As your body does not create omega 3s, you must get them from your diet. This is why they are called “essential” fatty acids.

The most crucial omega 3s are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). These can be naturally found in foods, such as:

Fish: salmon, tuna, sardines
Oils: soybean oil, cod liver oil, flaxseed oil
Nuts and seeds: chia seeds, walnuts, flaxseeds

Most people don’t consume enough omega 3 fatty acids. Rather, they consume an abundance of omega 6s.

In general, omega 6 fatty acids are inflammatory while omega 3s have the opposite effect. It should come as no surprise, then, that omega 6s are more prevalent in a Standard American Diet and are consumed in staggering ratios of up to 40:1!

Celiac Disease: Living Gluten-Free after Diagnosis

Yes, a celiac diagnosis changes everything. This section is designed to help you navigate through all the hype and educate you about gluten, where it’s often hidden, and how to avoid cross-contamination to help get you started you on your journey to better health.

The first step is recognizing that if you have celiac disease, you must adopt a gluten-free diet for life - and “cheating” on this kind of diet when you have celiac disease spells disaster.

The second step is to educate yourself. You need to be aware of what gluten is, which foods contain it, and how to avoid cross-contamination so you don’t get sick.

Conditions, Neuronutrition, Other, Whole Foods, Digestive HealthKelly AielloMay 23, 2019Autoimmune Disease, Celiac, Inflammation, Leaky Gut, Wheat, Fatigue, Gluten-free, LifestyleComment

Celiac Disease: Signs and Symptoms that May Surprise You!

When most people think of celiac disease, they immediately think of the common digestive symptoms that manifest if gluten is consumed, including diarrhea, gas and bloating. But there are many other less common, or “atypical” signs and symptoms of the disease - some of which may surprise you. Could you be suffering from one of them?

In honour of May being Celiac Awareness Month, let’s dive right into the disease, test your knowledge of celiac, and examine symptoms during Part 1 of my series on celiac disease. Then be sure to return next week for part 2 of this series to learn how to live gluten-free healthfully.

Conditions, Neuronutrition, Other, Whole Foods, Digestive HealthKelly AielloMay 16, 2019Autoimmune Disease, Celiac, Inflammation, Leaky Gut, Wheat, Fatigue, Gluten-free, LifestyleComment

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

What is Matcha? (Part 1)

You don't need to have meditated, to surely know that calming the mind is not easy. The monks realized that drinking matcha helped them with their meditation practice. Of course, a scientific analysis wasn't available to confirm what they observed through direct experience which was that the caffeine in the green tea leaves promoted alertness while the L-Theanine increased focus and concentration.

Despite matcha containing roughly 30mg of caffeine per cup, it remains significantly less than a typical cup of coffee which usually holds 200mg of caffeine. Unlike coffee which, for some, can create unpleasant anxiety with a final crescendo being that hard crash, the combination of L-Theanine + caffeine is the perfect yin-yang alchemy. Enjoying a cup of matcha will provide for an extended, bright and clean boost of energy that could last all day without the nervousness or the crash.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloMay 2, 2019Brain-Healthy DietComment

Brain Hypoxia: Everything You Need to Know

Have you or someone you love suffered from brain hypoxia? It affects oxygen flow to the largest part of the brain and can range in severity from mild to life-threatening.

Many people are at risk for hypoxia, including swimmers, divers, athletes, and mountain bikers.

Brain injuries sustained during these activities or otherwise are some of the most dire injuries that can occur to any person. Immediate treatment is necessary to prevent death. Often, ongoing treatment post-surgery is required to regain all or most brain function again.

It's a tough and trying road, but it can be done.

Read on to learn everything you need to know about brain hypoxia and what you can do about it.

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloApril 25, 2019Concussion, Moody, Neuronutrition, TBI, Hypoxia, Heart Health, Athletes, Health, ExcerciseComment

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