Bill Cosby, that well known neurologist said, “I am what I ate and I’m frightened.”

He was right, especially where the brain is concerned. 

Food has the power to heal the brain. Good nutrition can balance and support healthy brain chemistry, without drugs. The results can be felt within minutes.  I have been telling people for years in my live presentations that what we consume directly influences our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Here’s what the research says:

   – Food can determine whether you are happy or sad

   – Healthy eating can optimize your brain function

   – Your diet provides the fuel for cellular renewal

   – Brain foods ‘rustproof’ your brain and body

   – Oxidant-rich foods protect your brain from free-radical damage

In short, if you want a great brain, eat nutrient-rich foods every day. Here is one of the Brainguy’s favorite brain food smoothies.

Brain Summer Smoothie Recipe

• Get a good blender
• Put in a little water
• Add apple, or pear (or a bit of both); skin on, seeds removed
• Half a banana
• One pitted date
• Handful of baby spinach (other leafy greens work, too); good ratio is 40% greens, 60% fruit
• Add more water, if necessary
• Blend until smooth

Remember: one life, one brain…look after it.

Terry Small, “the Brainguy”, Independent Scholar & Learning Skills Specialist.