How to avoid memory loss, poor circulation and brain damage - naturallyA
poor lifestyle will lead to chronic brain inflammation; poor blood
circulation and, eventually, brain damage. The $64,000 question is "what
are the biggest threats to brain health?" Once you have the answer -
it's easy to avoid chronic (unwanted) stress and health problems.
The
brain is extremely sensitive to the negative effects of inflammation.
So, if you want to improve your brain power - reduce inflammation
throughout the body with these great tips below.
According to Dr. David Jockers, people must avoid the following items:
1. Gluten - commonly found in wheat, barley and rye can cause excessive
brain inflammation.
2.
Unfermented soy products have enzyme inhibitors which can actually
damage the memory center within the brain. Therefore, limit your
consumption of tofu; soy burgers and soy milk. By the way, fermented soy
like, tempeh or natto is o.k. to eat in small amounts.
3. Blood
sugar imbalances - avoid the over consumption of all sugars, including
those found in fruit! Keep in mind, Alzheimer's disease is actually
thought to be diabetes of the brain.
Let's not forget the dangers
of fluoride; toxic fats; poor posture; heavy metals like, mercury-based
tooth fillings; poor sleeping habits and destructive emotions. All of
these dangers place a tremendous stress upon the brain and diminish its
ability to function properly.
Can a change in your diet actually boost brain power?The
answer is absolutely - yes! Let's take a closer look at just a few of
the best brain-building foods to improve brain function. These are
listed in no particular order, but are extremely effective at producing
great results!
Ashwaganda is widely revered as one of the best
herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. In Sanskrit, ashwagandha means "the smell
of a horse," referring to the ability of this herb to give you the
strength of a stallion! Ashwagandha can help lower stress hormones;
reduce inflammation and protect you from oxidative (free radical)
damage.
Apple cider vinegar is loaded with healthy acids and
enzymes which feed the healthy bacteria within our gut. Remember, poor
digestion causes "leaky gut syndrome" - which leads to inflammation of
the digestive system and brain. So, help your gut (and liver) detoxify
by consuming apple cider vinegar.
And, let's not forget those healthy fats from food like,
coconut oil
or grass-fed meats. Don't forget - the brain is 70 percent fat, so be
sure to feed the brain what it needs to function well. Some other
"alkaline" fats would be extra-virgin olive oil, avocados, almonds and
pumpkin seeds. In addition, be sure to load up on those essential
(omega-3) fatty acids from wild fish, flax seeds,
chia seeds, hemp seeds and walnuts. (Organic - of course)
Naturally,
there are many other nutrients that support healthy brain function
like, raw chocolate (Cacoa); cinnamon; brown rice protein; hemp protein;
and cage-free, pasture eggs.
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