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[sgmb id=”1″] Healthy Tips from our Scientific Director, Jerry Hickey, R. Ph There is a slowing of brain function that naturally occurs in us as we age. This occurs for two reasons. There is a drop in the concentration of growth factors that repair spaces …
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A recent study by a Canadian research group has found that our brain function reaches its peak at the surprisingly early age of 24. After that, it falls into a steady decline. This means that our ability to retain and process information changes, and will continue to change, as time goes by. The researchers from Simon Fraser University in Canada claim that age 24 is, in fact, the age when cognitive motor performance begins to decrease.
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What’s more, the video game used in the study offered some unique insight as to how the brain actually works. StarCraft 2’ progresses in real time against other live players, demanding excellent cognitive ability, reaction time, focus and mental strategy. This gives a major advantage to players who can act and make decisions more quickly than others. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One on April 9th, analyzed the amount of time it took players to react to new stimuli on the screen. Researchers found that the first sign of a decline in volunteers’ reaction time started at age 24. Though scientists aren’t exactly sure why the brain’s function declines with age, neurologist Geoffrey A. Kerchner of the Stanford University School of Medicine, says it may be the result of a multitude of risk factors, genetics, and the effects of overall wear-and-tear on the brain. However, it also may be repairable with some minor lifestyle changes. There are certain “brain exercises” to help keep the wheels turning right.
As we age, there is a decrease in the size of the frontal lobe, which is accompanied by a reduction in proper blood flow throughout this region. What’s more, the level of certain important neurotransmitters in the brain begins to decline throughout the aging process. The energy-producing structures in the brain cells become older and more weathered due to over use over the years. This results in lower brain functions and decreased cognitive abilities, which may get in the way of everyday routine as well as your overall health and well-being.
With a proper cocktail of nutrients that address the health of these tiny power plants you can support a healthy brain and restore mental energy. You will most likely notice an improvement in focus, attention span, creativity, energy, mood, memory function and learning skills. This is especially true if you eat the right foods in addition to taking the correct supplements – your brain’s energy production and healing process are both likely to improve significantly, leading to improvement in brain metabolism as well.
The nutrients ALCAR, ALA, and Ubiquinol are true mitochondrial nutrients that are known to restore function to brain cells by improving energy production and metabolism. DHA is a fat derived from fish that helps protect, restore, and improve the health and functionality of the brain. Foods very high in antioxidant value such as blueberries, spinach and Spirulina also help by improving the rate of healing in the brain. These nutrients and foods are known to restore the level of growth factors that heal the space between nerve cells. Healing these synaptic regions is very important for restoring all manners of brain function. By improving energy production and metabolism, you may truly reverse aging in the brain to a degree – this is, of course, superior to simply slowing down the aging process.
Why is it that yesterday you were so energetic and today you are not? In fact the frequency of experiencing spurts of high energy is decreasing in number as you age. Although mood and mental health have an impact on your energy, the cause is actually a little bit deeper occurring at the level of our cell. CONTINUE READING >>
Source: New York Daily News
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It is always a struggle to fight fatigue when you have a busy lifestyle. Start replenishing yourself with some fruits and veggies, rich in vitamins and minerals, to regain your energy levels. If you like smoothies InVite Reds Hx and Greens Hx are a great combination for an extra boost! They are both packed with antioxidants and antiaging nutrients to help you get through your day. There is also a small amount of probiotics, to maintain a healthy immune system as well.
Here are some of my favorite foods that may help increase your energy levels and give you that extra boost:
Almond Nuts– great source of Protein and Vitamin E, excellent for the heart and can reduce the risk of heart disease. Almonds are low in saturated fats and can satisfy ones appetite on a busy day at the office if you have did not get a chance to grab lunch!
Broccoli- high in vitamin K and Calcium, its also contains indole-3-carbinol, a powerful antioxidant compound and anti-carcinogen which may decrease, cervical and prostate cancer, while also boostine liver function
Lentils- Apart from being a great source of low-fat protein, lentils can also prevent constipation and increase your iron levels especially for those who don’t eat red meat like vegans and vegetarians.
Eggs- a perfect food, eggs are very high in Lutein and Zeaxanthin, which promotes eye health. Beneficial minerals are calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, and selenium. Eggs are also one of the few food sources that are rich in vitamin D which is important for bone health. You can also benefit hair and nail growth from eating eggs, including beautiful skin.
Yogurt- great source of “friendly bacteria” or Probiotics which help boost your immune system and your digestive system. Yogurt is especially beneficial to most women who want to prevent yeast infections. It also acts an anti-inflammatory for severe bowel movement diarrhea or constipation.
Fish(Wild Salmon)- Omega 3’s are especially beneficial for brain health and circulation of the heart. To protect the nervous system its there are also vitamin A and D and other amino acids. Grill, broil, bake or eat it raw, salmon is a powerful addition to your healthy lifestyle.
Oranges- never ignore the power of Vitamin C! Helps boost your immune system and protect you from colds and the flu. It’s easy to eat and very delicious. Oranges are great for reducing fatigue as well.
So, why not try a green apple first thing in the morning to wake you up instead of coffee. They have a crisp, sour flavor that helps liver detoxification, especially if they eat the seeds!