In this month's newsletter you'll learn some of the herbs, nutrients and practices that can enhance your "brain power." You'll also discover some of the things that can diminish it. So, exercise your "central nervous system processing center" (i.e., brain) and read on.
Brain Boosters! 10 Things You Can Do Now To Improve Your Brain Power!
1. Your brain needs constant, rich nutrition sources of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants to function optimally. Avoid sugary foods. They decrease the blood sugar available to nourish the brain.
2. Brain cells are about 60% Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's). Keep your brain well oiled with omega-3 oils for EFA's: Sea greens, spinach and other leafy greens, cold water fish, and shellfish; also have fertile eggs, wheat germ, olive, flaxseed oils, tofu, brown rice, apples, oranges, cantaloupe, grapefruit, and beans.
3. Add glutathione foods for neurotransmitter energy: eggs, spinach, parsley are good sources.
4. Make a brain food: mix 2TBS. each: lecithin for phosphatides and memory lapses., brewer's yeast for myelin formation. Take 1-2 TBS. daily.
5. A glass of wine at dinner appears to boost brain activity
6. Build more brain circuits by reading and playing mental games. (Do a Sunday crossword puzzle.)
7. Breathe for your brain. Deep breathing works wonders.
8. Try TM for TLC. Transcendental meditation has been proven to help you reach a state of restful alertness to reduce stress and enhance your ability to think at your best.
9. Take a daily, arm-swinging 1/2 hour walk.
10. Cheerfulness, optimism and relaxation assure better brain function. (Studies show classical music is especially good.)
Herb & Supplement Therapy to Improve Your Brain Health
1. Brain Protex - gives maximum protection against free radical damage while supporting memory and brain function.
2. Focus Attention with Focus Essential Oil - has direct nervous system benefits which adds up to better circulation to the brain and improves neural activity, memory, cognition and alertness.
3. Ginkgo/Gotu Kola Concentrate w/Bacopa - this is an excellent formula that increases brain function, memory and concentration. Click the link below to find out more about this awesome formula.
4. l-Glutamine - this glycogen burning amino acid helps the body to produce and regulate energy more efficiently. It is needed to burn glycogen (a primary fuel for the brain). Thus it stimulates a wide range of mental functions including alertness and learning ability.
5. Cordyceps - helps with diseases related to blood flow to the brain.
6. Alpha Lipoic Acid- this anti-oxidant neutralizes toxins and recycles glutathione, another powerful anti-oxidant, for better use.
7.CoQ10, 60mg 2x daily. Take with vitamin E 400IU for best results.
8. Frankincense, Lemon, and Lavender essential oils will increase the oxygen to your brain.
What Diminishes Brain Power?
Things that diminish brain power:
Alcohol, tobacco and marijuana inhibit brain release of vasopressin, impairing memory, attention and concentration and increase the need for neurotransmitter replenishment through brain nutrients.
Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar diminishes brain power. The brain consumes more sugar than any other organ in the body. When blood sugar levels drop, many of the higher processing centers of the brain start to shut down. Mental confusion, irritability, inability to concentrate and even "crazy" behavior can result.
A sedentary lifestyle can diminish your thinking capacity. The brain doesn't just need sugar, however, it also needs a constant supply of oxygen and other vital nutrients carried by the blood. Circulation to the brain is another major factor in brain power. Perhaps you've noticed that when you've been sitting for a long time you start to feel sleepy and have a difficult time concentrating. Taking a walk will return your mental alertness and the fatigue will vanish. This is because the pumping action of the muscles in your legs gets more blood to the brain. Something as simple as a gentle exercise program (even walking) can enhance your mental ability.
Many people, however, suffer from an even more serious circulatory problem - atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries. If you enjoy a diet rich in saturated fat and low in fiber your're just asking for this condition. Atherosclerosis is the result of cholesterol formations in the arteries of the body, especially the arteries leading to the heart and brain. As the arteries which carry blood into the brain become "plugged" the amuont of oxygen and nutrients reaching our thinking center diminishes. The result -- loss of memory.
The same diet that helps control hypoglycemia also helps to prevent the clogging of your brain's blood vessels and hence, your "constipated" thought processes. Whole grains, fresh vegetables and other foods rich in natural fiber help to keep your cholesterol levels down and your brain power up.
If you already have this problem, there is a solution. Oral chelation can remove the plaque lining your arteries and get your blood (and your thoughts) flowing freely again. MegaChel is a product loaded with high doses of antioxidant vitamins and nutrients that helps your body break down arterial plaque. It works best taken with liquid trace minerals (colloidal minerals).
When using MegaChel, start slowly with one tablet two times daily and gradually increase to a full dose (5-6 tablets twice daily) over a period of 3-4 weeks. Divide your age by 10 and stay on the full dose for that many months (i.e.,3 months for age 30, 7 months for age 70). Taper off gradually.
The MegaChel program can be even more effective when combined with other herbs that enhance circulation.
And finally other things that diminish brain power are lack of protein, potassium or other minerals that cause mental burnout: constant stress and overwork with no rejuvenation "down time"; stress; sometimes viral activity; poor diet.
**FUNNY OF THE DAY**
Laughter is Good Medicine!
On the first day of school, the Kindergarten teacher said, "If anyone has to go to the bathroom, hold up two fingers." A little voice from the back of the room asked, "How will that help?"
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