Posts tagged Mental Health

4 Tips To Have A Relaxing Evening & Reduce Your Stress

Everyone wants to have a relaxing evening. It doesn’t just feel good but offers more than a few mental health benefits. Despite that, it can often be challenging to attain.

Various obstacles can get in the way, including daily life. You may have to work late, there may be social obligations, and you may have a family to look after.

That doesn’t mean you have to settle for doing without a lovely evening, though. You can do more than a few things to relax for the night. While you’ll have to make a little time for them, it shouldn’t be impossible.

So, let’s dive into three practical tips that can help you have a relaxing evening - regardless of how hectic your day.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloApril 1, 2024Mental Health, Protein, Hacks, Stress, Serotonin, Lifestyle, Nutritionist, PerformanceComment

The Impact of Food on Anxiety: Insights from a Neuro-Nutritionist - PART 2

In part 1 of this special two-part series, I exposed two surprising truths about anxiety and introduced you to additional considerations that can negatively effect mental health.

If you missed it, be sure to check out the two little-known secrets I revealed last time - that anxiety can be a good thing, and that it serves a very valuable purpose in keeping us alive.

Now, let’s dive into the more complex relationship between nutrition, brain function, and emotional well-being and consider some of the best foods to help us better manage anxiety and improve overall health. We’ll also consider some of the worst.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 22, 2024Anti-Anxiety Diet, Mental Health, Neuronutrition, Anxiety, Microbiome, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Protein, Whole Foods, Blueberries, GMO, Ultra Processed FoodsComment

The Truth About Anxiety Revealed: Insights from a Neuro-Nutritionist - PART 1

Did you know there is an intricate connection between food and anxiety? Yes, diet has a considerable effect on mental health and anxiety. It may not come as a surprise that the food we consume can either worsen or alleviate anxiety, but what may come as a surprise is that anxiety isn’t always a bad thing! In part 1 of this special 2-part series, let’s delve into the complex relationship between nutrition, brain function, and emotional well-being to offer valuable insights into a critical issue we face in society today - anxiety. We’ll also uncover two surprising truths about anxiety and look at how food can negatively impact our mental well-being. Then be sure to check out part 2 of this series when we consider the best foods to choose.

Brain Health, Conditions, NeuronutritionKelly AielloJanuary 25, 2024Anti-Anxiety Diet, Mental Health, Neuronutrition, AnxietyComment

Are You Getting The Medical Care You Need?

In the complex world of healthcare, ensuring you receive the right care can be challenging. By prioritizing personal care, responding promptly to emergencies, scheduling regular check-ups, choosing wisely for hospital treatment, planning ahead for medical care abroad, and managing chronic conditions effectively, you can take control of your health journey. Empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for your needs and achieve optimal health outcomes.

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloDecember 5, 2023Moody, Anxiety, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Heart Health, LifestyleComment

Turn Stress On Its Head: How Stress Affects Our Brain

Are you stressed?

Do you know how stress affects your body and brain?

I’ve addressed the idea of stress on this blog many times, but I feel it’s so important I’d like to consider it yet again.

So be sure to read this week’s blog as we dive into the topic of stress: what stress is, what happens in our bodies when we experience stress, how stress affects the brain, and most importantly, what we can do about it.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloJune 29, 2023Mental Health, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Health, Meditation, Stress, Heart MathComment

6 Ways to Create a Culture of Wellness in Your Home

Encouraging your family to live a healthy, active and fulfilled lifestyle has always been important to you.

Creating a culture of wellness in your home is something you want to start from a young age, so that your little ones have the best possible start in life. When it comes to looking after yourself and your family, health is a priority - there’s no question about that.

But how can you encourage this type of lifestyle in your own home?

Although you may not be able to create this culture overnight, there are several habits and lifestyle changes you can put in place now to help you get there.

Read this week’s blog for ideas on how to get started.

Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 2, 2023Mental Health, Excercise, Family, Hacks, Heart Math, Kids, MeditationComment

Looking After Yourself Should Not be a Second Thought

Is self-care a regular part of your routine?

Looking after yourself should be a priority, not a second thought.

There are many different things you can do to look after your health, and it’s important that you are doing as many of them as you can.

The good news is if you don’t know where to start, we’ve got some simple ideas for you. So it’s a good thing that you came across this article.

Keep reading, as we’re going to take a look at some of the things you need to know when it comes to taking care of yourself.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloApril 15, 2023Mental Health, Supplement, Vitamins, ExcerciseComment

The Best Foods To Boost Brain Health and Memory

How familiar are you with the relationship between nutrition and brain health?

Did you even realize there was a relationship?

The brain is arguably the most important organ in the body that controls all bodily functions. It burns a huge amount of calories and so it needs a huge amount of nutrients and oxygen in order to function properly.

Since you use the brain constantly, even when you sleep, you need to consume the best, healthiest, most nutrient-rich food that will support all its functions. Food that contains healthy fats, protein, and complex carbs will give the brain the energy it needs to keep you healthy, safe, and functioning at an optimal level.

Read this week’s blog to learn about the best foods for your brain health and memory, as well as how to implement them into your diet.

How Coffee Can Improve Your Mental Health

Are you a coffee drinker?

Do you need coffee’s caffeine boost to help you get through the day? Or do you drink coffee because you enjoy the taste? Did you know that not all coffee is created equal?

Though it’s true there are many health benefits to coffee, it’s also important to know that coffee isn’t for everyone. So let’s start at the beginning.

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It has also been shown to have numerous health benefits. While many people drink coffee to get a caffeine jolt, in today’s blog, we’re going to explore how coffee can improve your mental health. That’s right, there are also many potential mental health benefits associated with coffee consumption.

There are two main things that make coffee great for your health: the caffeine and the antioxidants. Antioxidants are important because they help to protect your cells from damage (oxidative stress), while the caffeine in coffee can help improve mood, cognitive function and physical performance.

So be sure to read this week’s blog to learn more about how each of these affects you and your mental health.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloJuly 21, 2022Mental Health, Health, Mindset, Alzheimer's, Depression, Memory, Improve Cognitive Function, NeuronutritionComment

Simple Self-Care to Improve Your Mental Health

Self-care isn’t just a buzzword.

Self-care is a must for maintaining your mental health. When you neglect your needs, stress builds. In some cases, it may even lead to burnout, depression, or other struggles.

By engaging is self-care, you take a moment to put yourself first. It also provides a chance to rest, recharge, and recenter. By doing it regularly, your mental health often improves, making it easier to tackle challenges moving forward.

While some self-care routines are complex, you don’t have to go that route to see results. Read this week’s blog to discover some simple self-care activities that can improve your mental health. Start with one you can easily implement then take it from there!

Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 30, 2022Mental Health, Health, Meditation, Mindset, Nutrition Coach, self-esteemComment

How to Improve Cognitive Function: Brain Foods Diet vs. Taking Brain Support Supplements

If the current pandemic has done one thing for us, it's made us more health-conscious. More people are exercising, cooking healthier meals, and focusing on their quality of life.

Well, there’s one part of our bodies that matters more than anything else - our brains! Fortunately, there are ways to take care of our minds and keep them healthy for the long term!

So, if you’ve ever wondered how best to keep your mind sharp or how to improve cognitive function, you’re going to want to read this week’s blog.

Can a diet improve cognitive function or should you take supplements for brain health? Read on to discover the answer for yourself.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 24, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Mental Health, Improve Cognitive Function, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Coffee, Chocolate, WalnutsComment

Brain Benefits of Having Balanced Blood Sugar Levels

Ok, so maybe not the kind of sugar you originally thought about - but sugars in your blood.

Why should you pay attention to your blood sugar levels? Well, if you have diabetes, are worried about getting it in the future, are battling cancer, or want to stave off dementia, then blood sugar levels should be of great concern to you - and you probably already know this.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 10, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Mental Health, Improve Cognitive Function, Diabetes, Pre-DiabeticComment

Is It An Eating Disorder Or Is It OCD?

What are the warning signs your child may have an eating disorder? Could your child’s eating habits be the result of obsessive compulsions? Do you know the difference between what to look for and how to deal with an eating disorder or OCD in your child? If these thoughts or questions have surfaced for you in the past, or perhaps were triggered in you now, you don’t want to miss this blog!

I sat down to have a very candid discussion with mental health trailblazer Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge about this very topic.

Brain Health, Conditions, LifestyleKelly AielloDecember 9, 2021Mental Health, Anxiety, Eating Disorder, OCD, Family, KidsComment

Tired of the Winter Blues? How To Elevate Your Mood With Serotonin

As winter approaches, have you started thinking about how to maintain your mental health and keep your mood up?

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and the “winter blues,” its milder cousin, are growing concerns for about 15% of Canadians. Plus, many more people deal with various mood disorders regularly. Read on to discover how serotonin affects us, what may happen if we don’t have enough, and what natural things we can try to keep our levels up.

Brain Health, Conditions, NeuronutritionKelly AielloNovember 18, 2021Mental Health, Moody, Depression, Inflammation, Vitamin D, Coffee, SerotoninComment

Stress And Anxiety in Our Kids: What’s The Difference And How To Help

Have you ever wondered when stress becomes anxiety?

Do you have a child or teen who struggles with a mental health issue? Do you struggle yourself?

If so, you don’t want to miss this week’s blog!

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Roseann, a trailblazer in children’s mental health to discuss her new book, what the difference between stress and anxiety is, and what you can do to help your child and your whole family.

Here is our interview…

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloOctober 21, 2021Mental Health, Anxiety, Autism, Inflammation, Family, Stress, Gluten, Sugar, KidsComment

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