L-carnosine. Helps with nerve repair. Increases activity in the frontal cortex and lessens stress induced damage to the brain and kidneys.
Pregnenolone. A natural hormone which is the precursor to all the other hormones. It can boost memory and moods. It helps with learning, reduces stress hormones, increases energy, and boosts immunity.
Turmeric.
A great antiinflammatory. Has been shown to be effective at lowering C-reactive protein.
Movement with focus. Doing things automatically and routinely does not stimulate the brain. Focus promotes the growth of new nerve pathways. Doing movement slowly with focus is even more powerful.
Learning
2. new things is rocket fuel
for the brain. Taking classes, visiting new places, learning new recipes, etc. forms new brain patterns w h i c h equates to an increased sense of aliveness.
Gentleness increases our vitality, awareness, and sensitivity. Force does the opposite.
Have fun. A childlike playful attitude is good for our brains.
Take drugs only when necessary.
Cognitive decline can be a side effect of drugs.
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L-carnosine. Helps with nerve repair. Increases activity in the frontal cortex and lessens stress induced damage to the brain and kidneys.
8.
Pregnenolone. A natural hormone which is the precursor to all the other hormones. It can boost memory and moods. It helps with learning, reduces stress hormones, increases energy, and boosts immunity.
Turmeric.
9.
A great antiinflammatory. Has been shown to be effective at lowering C-reactive protein.
Beyond foods and nutrients, there are other lifestyle components necessary for the brain to thrive. Here are some important ones:
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Movement with focus. Doing things automatically and routinely does not stimulate the brain. Focus promotes the growth of new nerve pathways. Doing movement slowly with focus is even more powerful.
Learning
2. new things is rocket fuel
for the brain. Taking classes, visiting new places, learning new recipes, etc. forms new brain patterns w h i c h equates to an increased sense of aliveness.
3.
Gentleness increases our vitality, awareness, and sensitivity. Force does the opposite.
4.
Have fun. A childlike playful attitude is good for our brains.