How many hours of sleep do you typically get each night? Do you wake feeling rested?
Sleep accounts for up to 33% of our lives. We know it’s important and feel the ramifications when we don’t get enough. But what exactly happens when we sleep? And how does our sleep affect both our physical and mental health?
Read this week’s post to find out!
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Regular readers of mine may have seen me use the term “antioxidants” from time to time but do you know what they are and why they are important?
I figured it was time to address the buzzword of antioxidants. It's been quite popular in the media and online lately, and I want to make sure that you get the right information where antioxidants are concerned.
Yes, antioxidants are super-healthy. And yes, we should be eating foods full of them. But, when it comes to supplements, the evidence is not so great.
Read this week’s post to discover the science and health benefits of antioxidant foods and supplements, as well as which delicious foods contain them.
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Do you crave sugary treats or have a sweet tooth?
Did you know that behind every ravenous sweet tooth is a scientific and psychological reason as to why your body may be craving sugar?
Moreover, the reasons behind your cravings help determine how you can combat it.
If you find yourself craving sugar throughout the day, you're not alone. There are biological reasons why we, as humans, want sugar. Yes, it tastes good, but there's more to this story.
Read this week’s blog post to explore more of the 'why' you have a sweet tooth and how to remedy it.
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Welcome to my new series highlighting nutritional guidelines for specific conditions.
We all know that certain foods are better for us than others, but when dealing with a learning disability, neurological disorder, mental health issue, or other condition, consuming the right foods while avoiding certain others can have a huge impact on outcome.
This week, we start with autism and what to feed the autistic brain. Read on to discover some do’s and don’ts when feeding autism and why certain foods can have a huge impact on daily life.
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Paleo, keto and pegan are three of the hottest diets right now and are continuing to gain traction. But what do they entail and what are the differences between them?
Learn the basic tenants of each diet in this week’s blog post to help you decide if any one of them is the right fit for you.
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Research points strongly to the correlation between sugar and Alzheimer's disease, suggesting a diet high in sugary foods may lead to predisposed symptoms.
So much of Alzheimer's disease and dementia remains a mystery. And when a new piece of evidence arrives on the scene, it changes the way we look at the condition.
Predicting Alzheimer's in patients is both complicated and vital. Current evidence suggests that when a physician can diagnose Alzheimer's early (before symptoms begin), the patient has the best chance for staving off the symptoms.
Over the last few years, scientists began to unravel a very specific connection with Alzheimer's: blood sugar glucose.
What do sugar and Alzheimer's have in common? And what does it mean for your lifestyle choices and nutrition?
Read this week’s blog post to learn more about sugar, the brain-healthy Alzheimer's diet, and the benefits of a neuronutritionist for high-risk populations.
Thanks to media coverage and increased education, people are becoming more aware of the harmful effects of sugar. As a result, sugar consumption is starting to decline.
As a nutritionist, this is great news!
I love to hear clients committed to kicking sugar to curb or breaking their addiction to white refined sugar once and for all.
However, when we restrict our sugar intake, what tends to happen is that we start to replace white sugar with sugar substitutes. Though not all sugar substitutes are the same and should not be treated equally, most of them have some startling effects you should know about.
Read on to discover what aspartame is, how it affects your brain health, and what healthier, more natural sweeteners are out there.
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Today is World Mental Health Day.
As a neuronutritionist, anything that affects brain health is of great interest to me. As an educator, I feel compelled to share information with others that may help them or a loved on in some way.
This is why I chose to write about World Mental Health Day this week. Please read on to discover this year’s theme, learn some startling statistics, and become part of the solution.
Do you have diabetes? Pre-diabetes? Higher than normal blood sugar levels?
Are you experiencing memory problems or showing signs of dementia?
Did you know that the two are connected?
Most people are aware that diabetes is a serious condition that requires care and monitoring. If left untreated or uncontrolled, serious consequences can result.
But did you know that diabetes can also affect your memory? In fact, if you have diabetes, you have an increased risk for developing not only memory problems, but dementia and Alzheimer’s, as well.
Keep reading to discover how diabetes affects your brain and what you can do about it.
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For those of you who prefer a can of soda in the morning to rev up your engine, or for those of you who down a soda to get yourself through the mid-afternoon slump, this blog post is for you!
Read on to discover if soda is bad for your brain and if diet soda is any better.
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Let’s start with the bad news: that beautifully marbled fatty steak you’ve grown to love actually might not be as good for you, the animal, or the environment as you might have hoped. In truth, that marbling is an indication that you’re about to consume a sick and diabetic cow.
But the good news is, there’s a healthy and sustainable alternative that is becoming more widely available - and no, I am NOT talking about Beyond Meat (this product is yet another example of non-organic ultra-processed big food)!
I’m referring here to grass-fed & grass-finished beef!
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Are you tired of falling behind in school and constantly burning the midnight oil? Would you like to improve your concentration in class and maintain better focus when studying? Would you like to learn how best to fuel your brain so that it will perform better than ever? Are you ready to start the school year feeling better than ever before?
If so, read on because proper neuronutrition can make all the difference - to optimize brain function and improve academic performance!
And if you’re not a student, this blog can help you, too! The principles within can certainly be applied to everyone in all walks of life - high school students, those in elementary school, and even adults who’d like to perform better at work and in life.
Your brain is your most valuable asset, and feeding it well is a great insurance policy!
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Today, we’re talking tea!
Tea boasts some great health benefits - which is why we have been drinking it for thousands of years. Its antioxidant abilities make it heart-healthy, brain-friendly and can reduce our risk of developing certain cancers and diabetes.
But, does the type of tea matter? Is green tea that much healthier than black tea? And what difference does adding milk and/or sweeteners do to it?
In today’s blog post, I give you the goods on green tea vs. black tea. And the healthiest way to drink your tea.
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Ever wonder what makes a sweet potato sweet? Curious if sweet potatoes are healthy?
Have you been on the hunt for a sweet potato fry recipe that isn’t soggy or disappointing?
Wonder no longer and look no further! Check out this week’s blog post to discover more!
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If you are looking for a brain-boosting and satiating quick breakfast idea, look no further - my Blueberry Overnight Oats will fit the bill! If you are looking for a brain-boosting and satiating quick breakfast idea, look no further - my Blueberry Overnight Oats will fit the bill!
Oats have many health benefits. They are relatively low on the Glycemic Index and contain a good amount of fibre. They also contain ample B vitamins for nervous system health as well as the antioxidants selenium and zinc to help combat damage done by free radicals. As such, they meet the criteria for being a brain-healthy food.
Read on for the complete recipe.
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