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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

Helping Your Loved One with Dementia: Do’s and Don’ts

Do you have a loved one with dementia?

Are you overwhelmed with all the information out there (much of it conflicting), which is leaving you even more confused and not knowing what to do?

If so, then read this week’s special guest post. It provides some practical do’s and don’ts when it comes to helping your loved one with dementia.

Dementia can be challenging to deal with, but it’s important to be patient and understanding. Remember that you should never be overly critical or judgmental, as this will only strain your relationship.

Don’t expect your loved one to remember everything. One of the hallmarks of dementia is forgetfulness, so don’t feel offended if they can’t always recall essential details about their lives. Instead, remind them gently and move on.

Read on for more do’s and don’ts when helping your loved one with dementia.

Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 9, 2022Dementia, Alzheimer's, Memory, SeniorsComment

Healthy Habits You Need To Bring Into Your Life

Are you looking to make some changes for a healthier life but don’t know where to start?

When it comes to getting into the best possible health, habits are essential. Change can be challenging, but copying the actions of healthy individuals can make it seem a lot simpler to adopt lifestyle adjustments.

An ongoing circle of sluggishness is damaging to one’s well-being. A healthier, happier you will always have energy and know-how to take care of yourself and your requirements. But what precisely does it take?

Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloMay 6, 2022Dementia, Whole Foods, Health, Lifestyle, WaterComment

How Omega 3 Fatty Acids Can Reduce Your Risk for Alzheimer’s

Has someone in your family been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s? Have you been wondering how to reduce your risk? You’re not alone!

More than six million adults over 65 years old have Alzheimer’s dementia. As startling a statistic as this is, numbers are only expected to rise.

An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can seem daunting and frightening for many people. Your memory and ability to perform daily tasks slowly dwindle. You fear becoming a burden and forgetting who you are.

But it doesn’t have to end this way. There are steps you can start taking today that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s. As the saying goes - an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

You may have guessed that your diet plays a critical role in all of this - and you’d be right. However, it can be challenging to know where to start when implementing the fruits, vegetables, meat, and supplements that are part of a brain-healthy diet into your everyday meals.

This is where I come in! So, if you are interested in learning more about dietary changes that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s, be sure to read this week’s post!

Brain Health, Conditions, NeuronutritionKelly AielloApril 28, 2022Alzheimer's, Brain-Healthy Diet, Dementia, Improve Cognitive Function, Reverse Dementia Naturally, Memory, Risk For Alzheimers, ADHD, Inflammation, Omega-3, Vitamin D, NeurotoxinsComment

Head Injuries: Warning Signs and How to Treat Head Injuries Naturally

Our previous blog was about why a TBI brain likes routines and how routines can support TBI recovery.

If you missed it, I encourage you to check it out!

This week, in further commemoration of Brain Injury Awareness month, let me give you the low-down on head injuries.

What is a head injury, how can you acquire one, what are the warning signs, and what is the best treatment? These are all the questions we’ll answer this week and more!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloMarch 31, 2022Concussion, Improve Cognitive Function, Neurofatigue, Head Injury, Oxidative Stress, Omega-3, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fatigue, Athletes, Football, Meal PlansComment

Why a TBI Brain Likes Routine

The month of March is also Brain Injury Awareness Month.

It is recognized worldwide and has become a great opportunity to raise awareness, share knowledge, and educate about all things brain injury. So let me ask you a question:

Have you suffered from a traumatic brain injury?

If so, you may be wondering what the best way to recover is. One of the most important things to support TBI recovery is to stick with a routine. It may not always be easy but it will help speed up the healing process and make life easier for you in general.

Part of your routine should include keeping a consistent sleep schedule, maintaining a healthy diet, and exercising regularly. These are all things that can help improve your quality of life after suffering from a TBI.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloMarch 10, 2022Brain Fog, Brain Foods Diet, Brain-Healthy Diet, Concussion, Neurofatigue, Neuronutrition, TBI, Nutrition Coach, NeurotoxinsComment

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

Online Nutrition Coach: Supportive and Tailored for You

Are you tired of watching your weight fluctuate throughout the year? Do you want to find a way that you can stick to a consistent nutritional plan for the rest of your life?

If so, you need to learn all you can about hiring a nutrition coach.

Online nutrition coaches can provide several benefits for your life. They can help you develop a healthier relationship with food, boost your mental health, and help you keep off the weight you've lost.

Read this week’s blog

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloJanuary 27, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Whole Foods, Health, Meal Plans, Mindset, Nutrition Coach, Weight ManagementComment

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

How to Get More Oxygen to the Brain

Are you looking to break through brain fog or are you concerned with your long-term brain health?

If so, learning how to boost the level of oxygen in your brain is essential.

Read this week’s post to discover the benefits of increased oxygen to your brain and how easily you can make it happen.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, NeuronutritionKelly AielloNovember 4, 2021Omega-3, Resveratrol, Health, Meditation, Neuronutrition, Nutritionist, OxygenComment

The Mind-Immune Connection: How Mental Health and Immune Health Affect Each Other

What do Alzheimer’s, anxiety, brain fog, diabetes, asthma, and allergies have in common?

The answer may shock you. It may also help explain the connection between mental health and immune health. Yes, there is a mind-immune connection. But what is the driving mechanism linking the two?

In a word: Stress!

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloOctober 7, 2021Mental Health, Mind-Immune Connection, Anxiety, Inflammation, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Protein, Vitamins, Health, MindsetComment

Brain Food Diet

Do you want to boost your brainpower naturally but don’t know how? Don’t miss out on this week’s blog, containing excellent brain food diets that can help.

Why should you care?

If there is one organ that we should pay attention to when it comes to our health, it’s our brain. This complex piece of human machinery is the command centre behind our every thought and action.

Yet, surprisingly, many of us don’t consider that the load we put on this precious part of our body can lead to poor brain health. So what can we do about it?

Well, what we eat is what provides the power to our powerhouse. So by focusing on brain food diets, you can keep your brain in good health, providing you peace of mind long into the future.

Want to know what the best brain-healthy foods are or looking for ways to reverse dementia naturally? Read this week’s blog to find out more.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Whole Foods, LifestyleKelly AielloSeptember 2, 2021Alzheimer's, Brain-Healthy Diet, Brain Foods Diet, Best Food For Memory, Anti-Anxiety Diet, Reverse Dementia Naturally, Omega-3, Blueberries, Eggs, Garlic, WalnutsComment

What Is the Grain Brain Diet? Everything You Need to Know

Are you dealing with a foggy memory of fatigue? Are you looking for a way to improve your brain health?

If so, you've come to the right place.

We have a solution that’s all-natural, making it a much better choice than any pill or strange quick-fix. It’s called the grain brain diet.

The grain brain diet is a nutritional diet that seeks to heal the brain and the body. And, you don’t need anything special to get started.

To learn more about the grain brain diet and how you can follow it, be sure to read this week’s post!

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJuly 29, 2021Carbohydrates, Protein, Whole Foods, Grain Brain Diet, Eggs, Gluten-free, Grass-Fed BeefComment

How to Banish Brain Fog: 8 Ways to Regain Clarity and Age Gracefully

Are you struggling with brain fog and don’t know how to find relief?

Brain fog is a common condition in adults and can be the result of many factors.

Whether it’s stress, a lack of sleep, insufficient physical activity, poor nutrition, or an under-stimulated brain, brain fog can negatively affect the quality of your life.

Luckily, there are many things you can do to eliminate or relieve brain fog that don’t include medications or medical treatments.

Be sure to read this week’s article to learn 8 simple ways to eliminate brain fog so you can age gracefully and happily.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, LifestyleKelly AielloJuly 15, 2021Alzheimer's, Brain-Healthy Diet, Neurofatigue, Whole Foods, Meditation, StressComment

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