In part two of our story TLC For The Brain, we explore how oxalates, in combination with other factors, can benefit our overall health. There is one caveat however. Although oxalates can beneficial, calcium has to be avoided for 2 hours for it to be absorbed, as oxalates inhibit the absorption of calcium.
Foods to Consume and Things We Can Do to Promote a Healthy Brain
1. Healthy Foods
Dr. Josh Axe’s list of the best anti-inflammatory foods include the following:
Leafy green veggies, celery, broccoli, blueberries, pineapple, salmon, coconut oil, chia seeds and turmeric. He says, “(these foods) are rich in antioxidants, minerals and essential fatty acids” and help regulate our immune systems.”
2. Supplements
Dr. Daniel Amen notes “several supplements that have good supporting research for memory.” These include “fish oil, gingko biloba, sage and a Chinese moss extract called huperzine.” He also suggests taking D3, and Dr. Joseph Mercola adds that K2 should be combined with the D3 to help absorption. Dr. Josh Axe included turmeric as being helpful because it decreases inflammation, and this food can be taken in supplement form.
Several of Dr. Dale Bredesen’s protocols for improved brain function include additional supplementation with Coenzyme Q10, B12 (methylcobalamin) and B6 (pyridoxine-5-phosphate), along with melatonin.
3. Exercise
We already know that regular exercise is essential to overall health. Dr. Bredesen suggests modifying the traditional way of exercising with adding short bursts of intense exercise between less strenuous movement. A recent study even suggests that “short bursts of […]