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Nutrition for Brain Health

A Registered Dietitian Explains How Nutrition Can Support Brain Health

A Registered Dietitian Explains How Nutrition Can Support Brain Health
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About the Author

Maggie Moon, MS, RD is a Los Angeles–based dietitian who specializes in brain health and healthy aging. Her career includes developing curricula for grade school to grad school students, conducting research and development for healthy meals, leading

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Nutrition for Brain Health

Can you eat your way to a healthier brain? A nutritionist explains the MIND diet that ‘improves your memory’

Can you eat your way to a healthier brain? A nutritionist explains the MIND diet that ‘improves your memory’
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You might not realise it but your brain is hungry for the right nutrients to boost memory, improve concentration and promote healthy aging. Want to feed it what it craves? Consider the MIND diet, an eating plan specifically designed to

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Supplements and Medications for Brain Health

Is methylene blue really a brain booster? A pharmacologist explains the science

Is methylene blue really a brain booster? A pharmacologist explains the science
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The internet is abuzz with tributes to a liquid chemical called methylene blue that is being sold as a health supplement.

Over the past five or 10 years, methylene blue has come to be touted online as a so-called nootropic

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Mental Health and Brain Health

Neuroscientist explains 5 ways criticising everything can harm your brain health: ‘Puts you in victim mindset’ | Health

Neuroscientist explains 5 ways criticising everything can harm your brain health: ‘Puts you in victim mindset’ | Health
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Neuroscientist Emily McDonald often shares fun facts about the human brain and tips for better mental health and ability on Instagram. In a post shared on April 18, Emily stated that if someone likes to constantly complain, judge, and criticise,

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Mental Health and Brain Health

Is eating spicy food causing you mental health issues? Doctor explains how it affects your brain and gut health | Health

Is eating spicy food causing you mental health issues? Doctor explains how it affects your brain and gut health | Health
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Many of us enjoy eating spicy foods and revel in the challenge of trying to stomach the hottest of hot sauces or dishes. But is this habit of consuming intense food items good for us? According to Ameera Shah, executive

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