Mediterranean diet linked to less brain shrinkage with age

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Mediterranean diet linked to less brain shrinkage with age

One more reason to follow a Mediterranean diet – it could prevent the brain from shrinking in old age thus helping to slow down or prevent cognitive decline.    A new study published in the journal Neurology suggests there is an association between consuming foods typically consumed within a Mediterranean dietary pattern and a reduced amount of brain shrinkage.  Several studies have already demonstrated that following a Mediterranean diet can result in having better thinking skills, a reduced risk of Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.  

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10 Foods that Naturally Increase Brain Power

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10 Foods that Naturally Increase Brain Power

2. Coconut oil: Enhances the ability of the brain’s neurons to use energy while at the same time reducing the production of damaging free radicals. Provides saturated fat, a vital nutrient for the integrity and function of brain cell membranes.

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Upgrade Your Brain Before Lunch

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Upgrade Your Brain Before Lunch

The second half of the day is upon us at that 11:15 am time. Obviously the post-lunch lull can grab hold of us and make it difficult to make it through the day. Everyone is in pursuit of optimal performance and health throughout the day. The key is cognitive function. Did you know there are very simple steps you can take to bolster your brain power as well. In an age where attention is the new limited resource, optimizing the brain is as critical as ever. Here are 5 easy ways to do just that before lunch. 

 

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How Does Sugar Affect the Brain?

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How Does Sugar Affect the Brain?

The average American consumes approximately one third of a pound of sugar each day, translating into nearly 130 pounds of sugar per person every year. As a nation sugar usage exceeds 9 million tons a year.  Sugar has been shown to speed up obesity and chronic diseases such as Type II Diabetes, heart disease, stroke and even cancer. But now new evidence is showing more and more the negative effect sugar has on our brain health, from cognitive function to psychological wellbeing. 

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Study Finds MIND Diet Keeps Brain 7 years Younger

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Study Finds MIND Diet Keeps Brain 7 years Younger

The MIND diet has often been linked to weight loss as well as memory and brain health. This diet, high in  green leafy vegetables, beans, berries, whole grains and wine may help slow normal brain aging and cognitive decline, according to a new study from the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. The study showed that elderly adults who strictly followed the MIND diet were 7.5 years younger cognitively over a period of nearly 5 years. he study findings suggest that the MIND diet substantially slows cognitive decline with age.

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Best foods for brain health

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Best foods for brain health

1.    Green leafy vegetables. Green leafy vegetables are rich in folate. Low folate levels have been linked to depression. Good sources of folate include lettuce, spinach, kale, asparagus, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, celery, and cabbage. Other good sources of folate include beets, pinto beans, black beans, navy beans, papaya, strawberries, and bell peppers.

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Food Cravings Decoded

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Food Cravings Decoded

Have you ever wondered where cravings come from and why we crave sugary or salty foods more often. Get the scoop on the origin of cravings and when it's okay to indulge.

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Could Eating Cocoa Improve Brain Health in Elderly?

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Could Eating Cocoa Improve Brain Health in Elderly?

According to a new study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, yes!  But don’t go buying chocolate bars for your grandma just yet.  According to the study it is compounds known as flavanols, found in cocoa solids, which are responsible for the health benefits seen in the study. 

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