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diseases. Macronutrients and Your Brain Macronutrients are nutrients consumed in relatively large amounts. The three primary macronutrients are carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

1 April 2018 Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Brain Your brain is a hungry organ that needs more than its share of nutrients. When your brain doesn t get the nutrients it needs, it s hard to feel happy, mentally sharp and productive, and you put yourself at greater risk for mood disorders, brain aging and degenerative brain diseases. Macronutrients and Your Brain Macronutrients are nutrients consumed in relatively large amounts. The three primary macronutrients are carbohydrates, proteins and fats. There s more to it than those three categories because not all sources of each of these are good for your brain. Complex Carbohydrates for Brain Energy Brain cells can t store energy and require a steady stream of it, usually in the form of glucose. These cells can live only a few minutes without glucose. Complex carbohydrates, the kind found in unprocessed fruits and vegetables, give your brain the sustained energy it needs, according to an article in the Cleveland Clinics Wellness online newsletter. These complex carbohydrates increase your blood s ability to transport oxygen to your brain cells and keep your blood sugar level stable. Starchy vegetables such as potatoes, yams, carrots, beets and winter squash are excellent at delivering a steady supply of glucose to your brain. Regular consumption of white sugar and other sugar levels, according to an article in the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health newsletter, The Nutrition Source. These unhealthy carbs can shrink your brain and cause memory loss, according to a research article published by Neurology.org. There s strong evidence that spikes in blood sugar contribute to Alzheimer s disease, now considered by some to be a form of diabetes that selectively targets the brain, according to research published in the Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology. Continued on page 2 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

Continued from page 1 Essential Nutrients May Keep Your Brain Healthy* Proteins for Neurotransmitter Synthesis The body breaks down proteins into building blocks called amino

They control your ability to focus, concentrate and remember. They regulate mood, cravings, addictions, sleep, libido and more.

Excellent sources of protein include meat from grassfed animals raised without the use of antibiotics, organic eggs and dairy.

But newer research reveals fats are essential for your brain. We have been especially warned about the dangers of high cholesterol.

The right fats for your brain include those found in avocados, olives, nuts, seeds, salmon, tuna or mackerel.

Your brain needs all essential micronutrients in order to be its best. But there are a few that are often missing, even in impact your brain.

Vitamin B12, however, is one of the most common USDA Agricultural Research magazine.

2 Continued from page 1 Essential Nutrients May Keep Your Brain Healthy* Proteins for Neurotransmitter Synthesis The body breaks down proteins into building blocks called amino acids, which are a major component in the hundreds of brain chemicals known as neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters make it possible for brain cells to communicate with each other. They control your ability to focus, concentrate and remember. They regulate mood, cravings, addictions, sleep, libido and more. Researchers estimate that 86 percent of Americans have less than optimal neurotransmitter levels, Advances in Psychology and Neuroscience. Excellent sources of protein include meat from grassfed animals raised without the use of antibiotics, organic eggs and dairy. The Right Fats for Brain Health Dietary fats is the area of nutrition that is the most misunderstood. For years, the prevailing wisdom held that almost all fat is bad. But newer research reveals fats are essential for your brain. We have been especially warned about the dangers of high cholesterol. However, research indicates cholesterol may be protective. Results of a study by the National Institutes of Health published in the PubMed newsletter online, indicate that high cholesterol in late life was associated with a 70 percent decreased risk of dementia, which is a Your brain is 60 percent fat, so it s important to eat the right things to fortify it. The right fats for your brain include those found in avocados, olives, nuts, seeds, salmon, tuna or mackerel. Micronutrients for Your Brain Micronutrients are nutrients that the body needs in very small amounts. These include vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients. Your brain needs all essential micronutrients in order to be its best. But there are a few that are often missing, even in impact your brain. B Vitamins B vitamins have been called the happy vitamins or anti-stress vitamins because they can improve your mood and increase your tolerance to stress. Vitamin B12, however, is one of the most common USDA Agricultural Research magazine. It can lead to a wide spectrum of mental disorders, including brain fog, memory loss, dementia, depression and more, according to research from Authority Nutrition, an independent nutritional research organization. A simple blood test can determine if you are lacking vitamin B12. If you are low, supplementation can bring your levels back to normal quickly. Continued on page 3 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. ** Please check with your physician when using prescription medications in combination with food supplements. or results and consuming the nutrients contained in the products described. Results are individual and will vary from person to person. 2 APRIL 2018 ALTRUM

Continued from page 2 Vitamins, Minerals and Omegas Protect Your Brain* Vitamin D Vitamin D Council reports that 75 percent of Americans have substandard levels.

It s nearly impossible to get all you need from food or from the sun, because only a handful of foods contain vitamin D, and most of the year the sun isn t strong enough in most of North America and

There are two main omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).

Research shows supplementation with DHA helps to improve a number of facets of brain function, according to a report online at the University of Maryland Medical Center.

Your body uses it in more than 300 different metabolic functions, according to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University.

3 Continued from page 2 Vitamins, Minerals and Omegas Protect Your Brain* Vitamin D Vitamin D Council reports that 75 percent of Americans have substandard levels. Getting adequate vitamin D can improve your memory and mood and help prevent cognitive decline, dementia and Alzheimer s, according to research reported by the Vitamin D Council. It s nearly impossible to get all you need from food or from the sun, because only a handful of foods contain vitamin D, and most of the year the sun isn t strong enough in most of North America and Europe to allow your body to manufacture enough vitamin D. from taking supplemental vitamin D. As with vitamin B12, you can have your blood level checked to know for sure if you need it. There are two main omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). DHA is by far the most important and accounts for 97 percent of the omega-3 fats found in the brain, according to a report by the National Institutes of Health. Research shows supplementation with DHA helps to improve a number of facets of brain function, according to a report online at the University of Maryland Medical Center. (Source information found at Be Brain Fit Magnesium Magnesium is so important that it has been referred to as the master mineral. Your body uses it in more than 300 different metabolic functions, according to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. percent of Americans getting the recommended daily amount, according to researchers. Research indicates that adequate levels of magnesium can improve focus and concentration, lift your mood, reduce cravings, increase energy, help you become better able to cope with stress and improve your sleep. Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids Experts widely agreed that taking an omega-3 supplement is one of the best things you can do for your brain. Essential fats experts estimate that 70 percent of the USDA Dietary Guidelines Committee. Omega-3 essential fatty acid is a major building block of the brain that is crucial to brain and nervous system function. something most of us eat regularly. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Please check with your physician when using prescription medications in combination with food supplements. 3 APRIL 2018 ALTRUM

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