Some of the nutrients needed for good mental and
emotional function include:
for neurotransmitters that help mood. Good sources are animal
foods, and lesser sources are correctly prepared and combined
grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.
A & D are vital for new cell growth. The only foods these
are only found in are animal fats and as many people are now afraid
to eat them, many are deficient in them.
fats & cholesterol are needed for growth of new brain cells
(The human brain is > 65% fat). Fats
are also needed to assimilate protein.
for brain function and mental development. Best sources are red
meat and seafood.
The stomach is a second brain, so you also need
to keep digestion running smoothly. Eat in a relaxed atmosphere
and chew your food well to help optimise digestion. Remember to
make any changes to your diet slowly, and observe your reactions.
Best for brain function
range eggs supply protein, omega 3 fatty acids,
vitamins A, D and K, many B vitamins and most minerals. Most of
these nutrients are in the yolk, so avoid eating just the whites.
(and cream) are good sources of the fat soluble vitamins Vitamins
A, D and K
free range organ meats, especially liver, are
high in essential fatty acids and Vitamins A, D and K. Chicken
liver pate is an easy way to introduce liver to your diet.
is a good source of protein and zinc. Include the fat to help
assimilate the protein.
liver oil – all types of fish oil contain essential
(Omega 3) fatty acids that a healthy brain needs, but cod liver
oil also contains Vitamins A & D, which many people are very
deficient in, so is an excellent supplement.
(especially fatty fish such as salmon, sardines and tuna), fish
eggs and shellfish for protein, essential fatty acids, and minerals
such as iodine and zinc
Eat at least one serving a day from one of these
two food groups; ideally several serves a day, and including a range
of different foods over the week. If you are vegetarian, include
at least butter and eggs in your diet, and preferably something
from the sea as well.
Also good for brain function
These foods, and unrefined organic foods generally,
are good for brain and general health, but won’t supply the
needed levels of essential fat soluble nutrients:
& vegetables (but remember fruit contains sugar, so not too
legumes, nuts & seeds – as long as they are prepared
properly, by soaking, sprouting or fermenting. (See recipe
page for how to prepare them.)
oil, palm oil, cold pressed olive oil, small amounts of cold pressed
flax seed oil
fed, free range poultry and pork; cheese and yoghurt
Bad for brain function
will impair general health and brain function:
that upsets your digestion and anything you have a sensitivity
too. Some of the most common problem foods are gluten,
pasteurised or homogenised dairy, soy,
refined carbohydrates and processed grain foods
soy products such as soy milk, soy protein powder, burgers
- Most processed
such as MSG, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, aspartame and other
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