Posts in Neuronutrition
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.

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Why Teach Your Kids to Cook

How would you like to boost your child’s self-confidence, teach them valuable skills they will have for life, and support them in building a healthy relationship with food all at the same time?

It all starts with teaching them how to cook!

Regardless of their age or your confidence in the kitchen, getting your kids involved in cooking will prove invaluable in the long run!

Read this week’s post to discover how!

PS - If you struggle with healthy cooking or not knowing what to make, consider one of our meal plans to get you started.

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Grass-Fed Beef vs. Beyond Meat

Depending on where you dine out, you may have the option of ordering grass-fed beef, corn-fed beef, or one of several meat substitutes. 

How do you know which is best for you?

Do the promoted health benefits of any of these options deliver what they claim? Plant-based meat is here to stay, but is it really the best choice?

Be sure to read this week’s blog as we dive into what options you have as well as benefits and drawbacks of each, so you can make the best informed decision for you and your health.

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Quick, Easy and Delicious: Eat Better, Feel Better and Save Money

When we eat well, we feel good- we’re healthier, have more energy, and experience a plethora of other benefits, as well.

However, we all lead busy lives, and it’s easy for good food to end up at the bottom of our priority list. Maybe you dislike cooking, or perhaps it’s time, money or energy that stops you from eating as you should. 

While takeout can be delicious, it’s expensive and often unhealthy.

So what should we do? How can we eat better, feel better, and save money?

But, if you know you don’t cook as often as you should and would like to put more energy into cooking as healthfully as possible for your family, then be sure to read this week’s blog for some ideas to help make things quicker, easier and better on the packet-book. 

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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. 

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The Benefits of Neuronutrition for Mental Clarity: How to Reduce Brain Fog

Does it ever feel like your brain is in a fog? Do you find it increasingly impossible to focus or concentrate? Are you constantly in a state of mental fatigue, with impaired memory and slow recall? 

If so, then you may be experiencing brain fog. 

And you’ll also want to read this week’s blog, as we discuss what brain fog is, what causes it, and, most importantly, how nutrition, supplements, and exercise can be used to reduce it.

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Dementia Discussions: Is There a Diet to Stave off Dementia?

Are you wondering if there is a diet to stave off dementia? 

Have you ever watched someone you love become someone else as their brain slowly drifts away? If you have, you understand how heartbreaking dementia can be. It’s like you lose your loved one years before they pass away.

And if you have experienced this, you’re likely wondering how you can avoid the same fate.

There are no guarantees in life, but some emerging research shows that eating - and avoiding - certain foods can reduce your risk for developing dementia. 

If you are curious about what foods and diets may help, be sure to read this week’s blog - your future health is on the line!

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Feeding the Brain: How Plant Foods Affect Brain Health

You’ve probably heard that your gut is considered your “second brain” and that the gut-brain connection is real.

But did you realize that many brain issues stem from gut issues? 

Did you also know that people with poor gut health often suffer from poor brain health?

It’s not uncommon for people dealing with food intolerances, IBS, bloating, or constipation to also experience brain fog, anxiety, memory issues, or mental fatigue. 

But why is that? And, more importantly, what can be done about it?

Be sure to read this week’s blog to find out!

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Feeling Foggy?: Six Simple Methods to Give Yourself Mental Clarity

Have you been feeling a little mentally foggy lately? Unable to focus or concentrate?

If so, you don’t want to miss blog! We’ll dive into mental clarity - what it means and simple methods you can implement today to get it back.

But first, what is “mental clarity?” In brief, when you are mentally clear, your mind is not foggy or clouded by worry, overwhelm, what-ifs, or indecision. Instead, you are able to think clearly, make better decisions, be more productive, and remain focused to attain optimal performance.

However, if you do not have mental clarity, it can truly get in the way of things that need to be done. This is far from ideal, but that’s how it is. 

Whether you are a high-powered executive, a student, a machinist, a homemaker, or you’re simply trying to invest your time in your hobbies, if you lack mental clarity, you will have a hard time focusing. 

So, what can you do if you lack mental clarity? Read this week’s blog to discover some simple daily changes that you can help give yourself mental clarity.

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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.

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The Importance Of Diet When Dealing With Addiction

Are you or someone you love recovering from an addiction?

This can be a very challenging and frustrating time, not to mention a time during which many people feel alone and confused.

What can make matters worse is not knowing what to do to help yourself, specifically when it comes to what to eat.

Indeed, there are several different aspects to recovery from addiction. It’s important to consider effective treatment from various angles, including both how the body and mind can be supported.

One of the factors to consider as part of a successful recovery is a healthy diet.

Diet can play a vital role when someone is in addiction recovery, helping to improve health in multiple ways. It can form one part of a healthier lifestyle and support people in their recovery. There are multiple reasons to pay attention to diet during recovery and different ways to navigate dietary changes to ensure good health.

Bottom line: Diet shouldn’t be ignored as part of a healthy recovery. Creating a balanced and healthy diet needs to be a part of planning an effective recovery that can lead to a healthier life.

Keep reading to discover some tips that may help along your journey.

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Sugar Detox Guide: How to Transition to a Life Without Sugar

Do you feel like a slave to sugar?

Do sugar cravings run your life? Have you had enough?

If transitioning to a life without sugar seems impossible, but you’re ready to hear me out, then you’ve simply got to read this week’s blog!

We’ll dive into reasons why quitting sugar is a good thing (if there is any doubt), how to detox from sugar, and provide you with some tips to help you manage through the transition

You got this!

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Brain Basics: Neuroanatomy 101

At HappiHuman, we have been on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain for years.

We have been so focused on supporting your brain health and mental wellness for so long that it may be time to do something a little different… introduce you to your brain!

How well do you know your brain?

Do you know the main parts of the brain? Are you aware that each part is responsible for something different? Moreover, did you realize that each part of the brain has different nutritional requirements?

With that, let’s dive into a crash course about the brain that we’re calling Neuroanatomy 101!

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The Effects of Diabetes on the Brain

Over 37 million Americans have diabetes. Are you one of them?

Did you realize that in addition to that, 1 in 5 people have diabetes and don’t realize it? Those are startling statistics to say the least!

You’ve likely read how diabetes can lead to kidney damage, heart disease, nerve damage, and strokes. Perhaps you have beed affected by the ravages of this disease or have a family member or friend who has. If so, you have probably done a lot of research about it and received a great deal of advice as to how to manage your condition.

Among all the information out there, you don’t often hear about one thing - how much diabetes can affect your brain. It can cause brain fog, anxiety, and mood shifts. It also affects your cognitive abilities and puts you at higher risk for developing long-term complications like Alzheimer’s disease.

So keep reading to learn how diabetes affects your brain and what steps you can take to improve your brain health so you can function at your best!

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How to Deal with Neurofatigue

Do you experience brain fog or neurofatigue?

Do your symptoms like an inability to concentrate or an overwhelming feeling of exhaustion ever make you feel isolated or frustrated? Does your neurofatigue seem impossible to manage?

The debilitating experience of neurofatigue is not something we openly talk about every day. So if you or somebody you love has had to deal with neurofatigue, be sure you read this post. You shouldn’t have to suffer alone.

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