Sunday, December 6, 2020

Core Principles for a Healthier Brain

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There are 2 core principles underlying a healthier brain according to Dr. Mike Dow from his book, The Brain Fog Fix: Give your brain what it needs Remove the obstacles that block your brain from optimal function

Lets dwell on the first core principle: Give your brain what it needs. This basically means- Proper nutrients, including the right vitamins, essential amino acids, and healthy fats Exercise Sufficient restful sleep Regular, healthy circadian rhythms Downtime for relaxation and restoration Purpose and meaning Spiritual practice A connection to something larger than yourself What Fogs your brain: Sugar, high fructose corn syrup and artificial sweeteners Processed white flour Inflammatory foods, including conventionally grown meat, unhealthy fats, and many artificial ingredients and preservatives Imbalance of omega 6 and omega 3 fats Excessive use of of caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs Medications, including unnecessary antidepressants, anti-anxiety, ADHD stimulants, sleep aids, and painkillers Overexposure to "blue light" of electronic screens such as computer, TV, and phone Overexposure to Social Media, texting, and e-mail Too much time spent on activities that do not feel meaningful and purposeful, whether they are obligations or entertainment You want to give your brain the items listed from the first list, and limit the second list. If you follow these simple directions, your brain will thank you. Thanks for reading.
Originally posted here: https://hive.blog/principles/@pbgreenpoint/core-principles-for-a-healthier-brain

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