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- Eating a balanced breakfast early in the day supports brain health and mental clarity.
- Reducing ultra-processed foods and prioritizing nutrient-dense options aids cognition.
- Incorporating omega-3-rich fatty fish and staying hydrated can enhance brain function.
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- Lifestyle factors and sometimes medications are essential for healthy diabetes management.
- Avoid supplementing chromium, bitter melon, green tea extract, St. John’s wort and vitamin E.
- Support healthy blood sugar with diet, physical activity, stress management and healthy sleep.
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Key Takeaways
- Vitamins, especially B-complex, D, and C, play an integral role in our brain health and mood.
- While it’s best to meet our needs through the foods we eat, supplementation might be necessary in some cases.
- It’s best to