If you think your brain is on a downhill spiral, think again. It may just need a little TLC and a boost from proper nutrition.
Think nothing can help your forgetfulness or “fuzzy” thinking? Think again!
According to “Making a Good Brain Great” by Dr. Daniel Amen, world-renowned clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist and brain-imaging expert, you can jumpstart your brain health just by starting out with these Seven Simple Steps.
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Increase your water intake.
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Decrease your calorie intake.
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Increase your “brain food” intake … starting with fish and fish oil.
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Increase antioxidant intake … starting with blueberries, blackberries and cranberries.
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Balance your proteins, good fats and carbohydrates.
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Select 24 healthy foods and include them in your meals every week.
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Include healthy snacks and avoid junk food snacks. Occasionally treat yourself to a delicious snack with 8 ounces of frozen blueberries; 6 ounces of Greek yogurt; 1 teaspoon of vanilla to help rise serotonin levels; and top it off with cinnamon (to taste)
You can read more from Dr. Amen by visiting his website: AmenClinics.com