What could be better than satisfying your sweet tooth while getting a boost of nutrients and protein at the same time? Indulge guilt-free (in moderation, of course) in this rich and flavorful chocolate espresso tofu mousse from www.youbeauty.com. “Dark chocolate contains antioxidants, flavonols and iron – all wonderful nutrients for the whole body,” says Dr. Michael Roizen, co-founder of YouBeauty.com…
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Get Active: Move your body, support your brain health
A recent study at the University of Maryland made a connection between moderate physical activity and protecting your brain from Alzheimer’s disease. The study’s researchers suggest that physical activity can help slow age-related shrinking of the hippocampus. Regular exercise is one of the four pillars of brain health. Even 30 minutes a day can help…
New Year, New You: How to stay with your nutrition goals
If you’ve made a resolution to live a healthier life in 2014, congratulations! We all know how important exercise and healthy diets are, but it can be difficult to stick with them. A lifestyle change is often more effective than any single action. Why not use the four dimensions of brain health as your basis…
Celebrate Shape Up Month
January is National Shape Up US month, founded by the nonprofit Shape Up America! We thought you might appreciate a few ideas to get active during the winter months and celebrate Shape Up month both indoors and outdoors: Volunteer with your local Special Olympics Go dancing Play fetch with your dog at a park Go indoor…
Perfect Recipes for a Summer Picnic
Summer picnics are a great way to get outdoors and spend quality time with the family. So why not feed the ones you love quality food? Below are healthy recipes created by Elizabeth Somer, MA and RD. These easy recipes are perfect for summer picnics and they’re enhanced with DHA, the omega-3 fatty acid that…
Women with High Intakes of Seafood Omega-3s May Have Fewer Strokes
Research suggests that consuming omega-3s is associated with a lower risk of stroke in women, and some reports suggest that men who consume fatty fish regularly may also have a lower risk of stroke. Not all research studies agree, however, and some reports suggest that men who consume fatty fish regularly may also have a…
A Healthy Father’s Day Gift
From the time you were born DHA has been a key component for your developing brain and eyes. It continues to support brain and eye function throughout life. As a matter of fact, DHA is a major structural and functional fat found in the brain, and one of the omega-3 fatty acids recommended by the…
Put Your Memory to Work
You’ve heard about how the three R’s – reading, writing and arithmetic – are crucial to success. But are we forgetting memory? A recent online survey conducted by NMI Research and DSM Nutritional Products asked more than 1,000 participants working in eight professional fields as well as students and retired persons to rank eight skills…
Omega-3 fatty acids and mental cognition
Do you want more information about omega-3 fatty acids and mental cognition? Click here to learn about whether you are meeting recommendations.
Brain Quiz: Myth vs. Truth
Take the quiz below to test your knowledge of these common brain myths and truths. 1. Can adult brains grow or change? A. Yes B. No 2. Is memory loss a sure sign of Alzheimer’s disease decades later? A. Yes B. No 3. Does physical exercise benefit the brain and make it grow…
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