Can certain foods really keep your BRAIN HEALTHY (lower risks for stroke, increase focus, prevent mental decline, protect against radical damage to cells and more).

A good diet isn’t just about keeping your body healthy, it also keeps your brain healthy. The brain requires nutrients just like your heart, lungs or muscles do. How do you know what food is going to help your mental health though? Let’s take a look at some common foods, and how they can help your brain, both short and long term.

Fish -Specifically fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids are one of the best foods for brain health. These healthy fats have amazing brain power: A diet with higher levels of them has been linked to lower dementia and stroke risks and slower mental decline. The main sources of oily fish include salmon, trout, mackerel, herring, sardines, pilchards and kippers.

Tomatoes -Tomatoes are high in an antioxidant called lycopene, there is good evidence to suggest that lycopene, could help protect against the kind of free radical damage to cells which occurs in the development of dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s. To make sure you’re getting the most lycopene, make sure you’re eating real tomatoes (Ketchup doesn’t count!)

Berries -Several studies suggest that eating blueberries, and strawberries, may be effective in improving or delaying short term memory loss, helping with focus, and preventing overall age related mental decline. Most likely because berries are a natural source of the B vitamins, Vitamin K, and Vitamin C.

Avocados –A rich source of the antioxidant vitamin E. Studies have found that  people who consume foods high in vitamin E are associated with a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Avacodos are also a great source of essential fatty acids, folate and vitamin C.

Dark Chocolate- Dark chocolate not only tastes delicious, it’s good for your brain! Because it is high in antioxidants, and flavonoids. Don’t go overboard though, 1-2oz a day is enough to reap the benefits.

Olive oil- is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which have been shown to  slow brain aging.

Garlic -According to a study published by The American Cancer Society, garlic may actually help prevent some types of brain cancer, thanks to the organo-sulfer compounds which kill glioblastoma  (a type of cancer cell).

Water -Not only do brain functions like focus, and decision making become impaired with dehydration. But Brain tissue actually starts to shrink. Luckily this is probably the easiest one on the list to prevent. Make sure you get plenty of water every day!

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About Dr. Jenny:

Dr. Jenny is a strongly sensitive and seasoned naturopathic doctor and clinical research associate with an extensive background in nutritional and hormonal biochemistry. Active in community promotion of naturopathic principles and remedies and owner of AgeVital Pharmacy, Research and Wellness, located in downtown Sarasota, FL, she has been recognized for her outstanding ability in prescribing health supplements and other functional, preventative remedies by her peers, community,  and media (as seen on ABC7 – ‘The Suncoast View’, NBC – ‘DayTime’, TBN -‘A Rood Awakening,’ on CBS and the CW: Medical Cannabis: The Healing Power Of Knowledge, and a regular on iHeart Radio).

Dr. Jenny is a provider of highly individualized and dedicated patient care. With a  comprehensive knowledge of allopathic pharmacy, she has developed individual naturopathic treatment plans for her patients  to alleviate chronic and acute illnesses. A champion of the observation, “You’re not what you eat but what you absorb,” Dr. Jenny focuses on achieving overall homeostasis in the body, using a variety of techniques to facilitate the proper absorption of nutrition, the removal of harmful toxins, and the strengthening of a reliable and effective immune system. As an owner of pharmacies, she is a proponent of “test, don’t guess” and has bridged the gap between allopathic and naturopathic approaches, utilizing the very best science provided by both disciplines to achieve the maximum quality and quantity of life for her patients.  She has an excellent understanding of HIPAA Universal Precautions and patient protection policies, and is a firm believer in the benefits of effective and professional healthcare.

In a day and age when there seem to be numerous divisions in healthcare, Dr Jenny is inviting everyone to find a common ground: the best interests of the patient. Both quantity and quality of life are important. Gone are the days when physicians threw every available pill or procedure at the patient in order to stretch out a few more seconds of life, regardless of the suffering involved. Today, the goal is real healing, not just “Band-Aids for booboos.” The old goal was to treat disease, but the new goal is to heal from it. Scientific breakthroughs are occurring in leaps and bounds. It is Dr. Jenny’s passion to keep abreast of the very best that discovery has to offer and to work in tandem with those who share her vision in order to produce real  healing for the patient.

*Results may vary. Information and statements made are for education purposes and are not intended to replace the advice of your doctor. The views and nutritional advice expressed by AgeVital Pharmacy are not intended to substitute for medical service. If you have a severe medical condition or health concern, see your physician or give us a call and schedule a consultation with one of our providers.