Are you stressed?
Do you know how stress affects your body and brain?
I’ve addressed the idea of stress on this blog many times, but I feel it’s so important I’d like to consider it yet again.
So be sure to read this week’s blog as we dive into the topic of stress: what stress is, what happens in our bodies when we experience stress, how stress affects the brain, and most importantly, what we can do about it.
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Encouraging your family to live a healthy, active and fulfilled lifestyle has always been important to you.
Creating a culture of wellness in your home is something you want to start from a young age, so that your little ones have the best possible start in life. When it comes to looking after yourself and your family, health is a priority - there’s no question about that.
But how can you encourage this type of lifestyle in your own home?
Although you may not be able to create this culture overnight, there are several habits and lifestyle changes you can put in place now to help you get there.
Read this week’s blog for ideas on how to get started.
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Is self-care a regular part of your routine?
Looking after yourself should be a priority, not a second thought.
There are many different things you can do to look after your health, and it’s important that you are doing as many of them as you can.
The good news is if you don’t know where to start, we’ve got some simple ideas for you. So it’s a good thing that you came across this article.
Keep reading, as we’re going to take a look at some of the things you need to know when it comes to taking care of yourself.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Has someone in your family been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s? Have you been wondering how to reduce your risk? You’re not alone!
More than six million adults over 65 years old have Alzheimer’s dementia. As startling a statistic as this is, numbers are only expected to rise.
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can seem daunting and frightening for many people. Your memory and ability to perform daily tasks slowly dwindle. You fear becoming a burden and forgetting who you are.
But it doesn’t have to end this way. There are steps you can start taking today that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s. As the saying goes - an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
You may have guessed that your diet plays a critical role in all of this - and you’d be right. However, it can be challenging to know where to start when implementing the fruits, vegetables, meat, and supplements that are part of a brain-healthy diet into your everyday meals.
This is where I come in! So, if you are interested in learning more about dietary changes that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s, be sure to read this week’s post!
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