I would like to cover something slightly different in this article the brain and nutrition please, bear in mind that I am not any kind of expert on the subject of diet as such, but I do believe it is relevant to our subject matter that of self-protection and its main aim is to help you improve your performance both physically and mentally.
But first, a little bit of information that you may find interesting about a little known group of people who some live to be 145 years of age and highlights the importance of having a healthy body and mind with the aid of the correct nutrition and physical exercise.
Food for thought
It is said by those more knowledgeable than me that the brain is the greatest organ in your body. You see it requires a very specific type of nutrition from your diet, so you should not be surprised to know that your diet affects how your brain performs.
As an example, a good start to the day would be to include a hearty breakfast a salad which is full of antioxidants plus, vitamins C and E as well as, Beta- Carotene. All this helps to reduce damage from free-radicals, those harmful critters molecules that move around the body doing damage. By doing this you will give your brain the fuel it needs to keep working optimally throughout the day. Also, a good burst of glucose works wonders if taken throughout the day.
In addition, as you grow older, your brain loses its capability to defend itself against those marauding free-radicals which can cause inflammation and oxidation so as you get older you need more nutrition than when you were young. On top of that, free-radicals can slowly build up if they are not destroyed and can cause short-term memory loss. As a result it can slow you down the essential processes in your brain like thinking. Therefore, anti-oxidants are essential to maintaining good health and a good memory.
Good sources of anti-oxidants are: Spinach, carrots vitamin A and Beta Carotene.
Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, Broccoli, Strawberries and Tomatoes.
Vitamin E: Nuts, seeds, vegetable oil and wheat germ to name just a few.
It is said by those more knowledgeable than me that the brain is the greatest organ in your body. You see it requires a very specific type of nutrition from your diet, so you should not be surprised to know that your diet affects how your brain performs.
As an example, a good start to the day would be to include a hearty breakfast a salad which is full of antioxidants plus, vitamins C and E as well as, Beta- Carotene. All this helps to reduce damage from free-radicals, those harmful critters molecules that move around the body doing damage. By doing this you will give your brain the fuel it needs to keep working optimally throughout the day. Also, a good burst of glucose works wonders if taken throughout the day.
In addition, as you grow older, your brain loses its capability to defend itself against those marauding free-radicals which can cause inflammation and oxidation so as you get older you need more nutrition than when you were young. On top of that, free-radicals can slowly build up if they are not destroyed and can cause short-term memory loss. As a result it can slow you down the essential processes in your brain like thinking. Therefore, anti-oxidants are essential to maintaining good health and a good memory.
Good sources of anti-oxidants are: Spinach, carrots vitamin A and Beta Carotene.
Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, Broccoli, Strawberries and Tomatoes.
Vitamin E: Nuts, seeds, vegetable oil and wheat germ to name just a few.
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