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Last week, I talked about the first element of neuroplasticity: movement.
The second is nutrition.
Your brain needs fuel to function optimally. I work with an exercise physiologist, and she recommends you eat every 2.5 to 3 hours and never let yourself become overly hungry. You get to eat all day!
Although there are no bad foods (yes, you can eat Doritos), the recommendations around brain-fueling food are consistent and clear... vegetables and fruit, sources of protein, and a bit of fat.
- Here is your simple challenge: fuel your brain.
- If you let yourself become hungry, feed yourself more often.
- Add a favorite vegetable to your daily menu.
- Add fruit to your breakfast.
- Experiment with eating at different times of day and see how you feel. Then do what makes you feel sharp and alert.
Food is my favorite so I particularly like this challenge. Making tiny changes to your eating habits is easy. Just one little step at a time.
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