The food we eat isn’t just a form of fuel for our body…
It also nourishes our brain.
Your choice of food has the power to: * Boost
* Detox * and maintain your brain’s health.
But…
it can also increase: * Cellular waste
* Chemical loads * And inflammation…
Putting you at risk of cognitive decline and potential diseases that follow.
If you’re watching this…
It is probably because you’re wondering how exactly the food you eat affects your
brain.
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In this video… we’ll share how the 5 most common food groups affect your brain…
And what food you should eat… to keep it healthy.
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And now… let’s get started by breaking down the 5 common food groups that influence
your brain…
Starting with…
Number 5.
How carbohydrates affect your brain Carbohydrates are one of the primary sources
of food our body taps into for glucose… and energy.
And as it turns out… our brains need about 20% of the energy we consume daily.
The brain needs glucose to produce serotonin…
An hormonal function that: * Regulates mood
* Boost memory function * And improve brain performance.
Various studies observed that…
Consuming carbohydrates and glucose can improve cognitive functions…
Particularly short-term memory and attention.
However…
Eating too many carbohydrates can actually be detrimental to your brain.
And this is because carbohydrates… especially when they are refined…
Influence inflammation.
A review points out that….
Regular consumption of refined carbohydrates can be toxic to cognitive functions.
Overall…
The brain does need carbohydrates to function properly.
But not all carbohydrates are beneficial.
Choosing complex carbohydrates that include: * Wholegrain
* And fiber-rich foods…
And limiting your intake of refined carbohydrates…
Is best to nourish your brain without inflaming it.
Number 4.
How fat affects your brain Our brain is made of 60% of fat… and as
a result…
Feeds heavily on fatty foods to: * Regenerate brain cells
* Function * And stay healthy.
Fat within the diet can come in two ways: saturated… and unsaturated fat.
Saturated fat is a trans fat found in: * Meat
* Butter * Cheese
* Or oil…
And can be extremely detrimental for overall health.
Unsaturated fat can be found in: * Fatty fish
* Avocados * Olive oil
* And nuts.
This type of fat includes polyunsaturated fatty acids that are essential… and healthy…
For both the body and the brain.
A large review has observed that…
Consuming polyunsaturated fatty acids can improve the cortical structure…
And the functions of the brain.
More studies… on omega-3 fatty acids in particular…
have found that…
Eating food rich in this type of fat can significantly boost:
* Memory * And cognitive functions.
Overall…
fat can have a positive and negative impact on the brain.
Eating polyunsaturated fat… and avoiding saturated fat…
Will help you keep your brain healthy.
Number 3.
How caffeine affects your brain Coffee or tea is often part of our daily routine...
From the moment we wake up to our afternoon pick-me-up.
This is because these types of drinks come with caffeine…
A natural stimulant that engages the brain and nervous system.
When we drink caffeine…
The stimulant blocks the effects of adenosine… a neurotransmitter that makes us feel tired.
As a result…
Caffeine can benefit the mood and brain functions.
A study found that… participants who consumed 37.5–450 mg of caffeine improved:
* Alertness * Short-term recall
* And reaction time.
Other studies reported that… regularly consuming coffee can lower the risks of depression by
13%.
However…
experts recommend limiting caffeine consumption to 2 cups per day…
As too much caffeine can come with side effects for the brain… including:
* Irritability * Anxiety
* Insomnia * And nervousness.
In short?
Caffeine can be beneficial for your brain…
As long as you limit your daily consumption.
Carbohydrates… fat… and caffeine… are 3 of the most common things we find in our
diet…
But what other food group also have a strong influence on your brain?
We’re about to share 2 more.
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And now… let’s look at another food group with…
Number 2.
How proteins affect your brain The brain is primarily made of fat and water….
And loves to feed on glucose to function.
There isn’t much protein in the brain…
But that doesn’t mean our gray matter doesn’t need protein to function properly.
In fact… the neurons communicate with each other by using protein.
Food rich in protein includes: * Lean meat
* Fish * Beans
* Eggs * Cheese
* And nuts.
A comprehensive review pointed out that…
Eating a high-protein diet modulates the activity of the brain’s reward system…
And as a result…
increase mood.
However…
not eating enough protein…
can have negative effects and impact: * Brain development
* And neuron concentration.
So make sure to eat plenty of protein.
It is recommended to consume between 46 to 56 grams per day.
Along with protein…
another food group we need to look at is…
Number 1.
How probiotics affect your brain It is no secret that there is a communication
pathway between: * The gut
* And the brain.
This is called the gut-brain axis… and it coordinates our:
* Response to stress * And the activation of the brain’s limbic
system.
The gut is filled with bacterias and needs to feed on probiotics to remain healthy.
When the gut lacks probiotics…
It can become inflamed… and its function impacted.
The more chronic this inflammation can become…
The more risks there are for it to impact brain health.
A review of 31 trials looked at the effect of probiotics on dementia and found that…
Consuming probiotics could significantly improve cognitive functions including:
* Memory * Spatial and non-spatial learning… among
participants.
More studies also pointed out that…
Probiotics are beneficial against inflammation.
Overall…
Our brain needs to eat plenty of nutrients from various food groups…
In order to stay healthy.
And while some of the food we eat can also have a negative impact on our brain…
Consuming a healthy and balanced diet… will allow you to protect your brain from cognitive
decline…
And maintain its health.
The food you eat has an impact on your brain…
And it is up to you… to ensure it is a positive one.
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