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brain foods
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PwnX
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Fish, and well pretty much anything with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals really. Can't think of anything specific.
movbikwaet
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lecithin, found in corn, soybeans and tofu, and other foods.
also protien is really just amino acids wich some non essential and other essential
such as tryptophan etc. are used as precursors to about 30 known neurotransmitters such as GABA, serotonin, dopamine etc.
Its not a food but ginkgo biloba is really good for the brain as it increases oxygen to the brain and is an anti oxidant so its promotes healing.
But I dont think anything can really compare to omega 3 as the brain is basicly mostly made of fat, lecithin and water.
also protien is really just amino acids wich some non essential and other essential
such as tryptophan etc. are used as precursors to about 30 known neurotransmitters such as GABA, serotonin, dopamine etc.
Its not a food but ginkgo biloba is really good for the brain as it increases oxygen to the brain and is an anti oxidant so its promotes healing.
But I dont think anything can really compare to omega 3 as the brain is basicly mostly made of fat, lecithin and water.
DopaMan
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Meat consumption aided in the development of the modern brain.
YEUX
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the 2 best things for your brain are fish oil and flax seed oil.
if you eat flax seeds be sure and smash them because they'll go right through you otherwise.
if you eat flax seeds be sure and smash them because they'll go right through you otherwise.
mariacallas
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Foods that contain key neurotransmitters namely:
1. Acetylcholine (ACh). This neurotransmitter excites other neurons and may be responsible for memory. It is involved with voluntary movement of muscles, behavioural inhibition, drinking and memory.
Acetylcholine rich foods include:
egg yolks, peanuts, wheat germ, liver, meat, fish, milk, cheese and vegetables (especially broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower)
2. Dopamine generally excites and is involved in movement, attention and learning but is also inhibitory. It is involved with voluntary movement and emotional arousal. 3-4ounces of protein will help you to feel energized, more alert and more assertive.
Dopamine rich foods include:
All proteins (meat, milk products, fish, liver,beans, nuts, soy products).
I also want to stress the importance of eating low-GI, good carbohydrates to ensure that a steady supply of glucose is available to the brain. No spikes.
Other tips:
1. Balance your glucose - it provides fuel for your brain. Try to eat carbohydrate foods in the evening as it promotes relaxation and sleep.
2. Eat essential fats - ensure your diet is rich in omega-3 fats found in oily fish, supplements such as lecithin, choline, the ocassional nootropic may help too.
3. Include plenty of protein rich foods in your diet. Proteins are essential to make neurotransmitters which are vital for the thinking process. Try to eat a protein based lunch to optimize your mental performance and alertness throughout the day.
4. Eat foods rich in vitamins and minerals to 'fine tune' your mind.
5. Drink 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day to keep your brain well hydrated.
6. Oxygenate your brain by exercising and eating little and often. Try to eat your main meal before 7pm.
1. Acetylcholine (ACh). This neurotransmitter excites other neurons and may be responsible for memory. It is involved with voluntary movement of muscles, behavioural inhibition, drinking and memory.
Acetylcholine rich foods include:
egg yolks, peanuts, wheat germ, liver, meat, fish, milk, cheese and vegetables (especially broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower)
2. Dopamine generally excites and is involved in movement, attention and learning but is also inhibitory. It is involved with voluntary movement and emotional arousal. 3-4ounces of protein will help you to feel energized, more alert and more assertive.
Dopamine rich foods include:
All proteins (meat, milk products, fish, liver,beans, nuts, soy products).
I also want to stress the importance of eating low-GI, good carbohydrates to ensure that a steady supply of glucose is available to the brain. No spikes.
Other tips:
1. Balance your glucose - it provides fuel for your brain. Try to eat carbohydrate foods in the evening as it promotes relaxation and sleep.
2. Eat essential fats - ensure your diet is rich in omega-3 fats found in oily fish, supplements such as lecithin, choline, the ocassional nootropic may help too.
3. Include plenty of protein rich foods in your diet. Proteins are essential to make neurotransmitters which are vital for the thinking process. Try to eat a protein based lunch to optimize your mental performance and alertness throughout the day.
4. Eat foods rich in vitamins and minerals to 'fine tune' your mind.
5. Drink 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day to keep your brain well hydrated.
6. Oxygenate your brain by exercising and eating little and often. Try to eat your main meal before 7pm.
ebola?
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>>Foods that contain key neurotransmitters namely:>>
If I'm not mistaken, most key neurotransmitters dont cross the BBB, so you want to eat monoamine or amino-acid precursors, not the neurotransmitters themselves.
ebola
If I'm not mistaken, most key neurotransmitters dont cross the BBB, so you want to eat monoamine or amino-acid precursors, not the neurotransmitters themselves.
ebola
Well, as long as you ingest the correct nutrients, a normal-functioning brain can synthesize all the dopamine it needs.
Make sure you are getting plenty of fat, as lipids are what the fatty sheaths enclosing nerve fibers are made of.
Crystalcallas covered this, but it is worth mentioning again - the brain needs a constant supply of glucose. Therefore, try to avoid sugar "spikes" and even out your caloric intake over the entire day.
Make sure you get your essential fatty acids, basic fats, enough vitamins, and a steady supply of glucose...and your brain will be getting all it needs. There are no "secret" formulas or chemicals that you need to eat in order to have a healthy brain. Just cover all your bases and keep in shape.
Make sure you are getting plenty of fat, as lipids are what the fatty sheaths enclosing nerve fibers are made of.
Crystalcallas covered this, but it is worth mentioning again - the brain needs a constant supply of glucose. Therefore, try to avoid sugar "spikes" and even out your caloric intake over the entire day.
Make sure you get your essential fatty acids, basic fats, enough vitamins, and a steady supply of glucose...and your brain will be getting all it needs. There are no "secret" formulas or chemicals that you need to eat in order to have a healthy brain. Just cover all your bases and keep in shape.
Coolio
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Acetylcholine will definitely reach the brain, even if it's metabolized to choline and that choline ends up being acetylated elsewhere/later.
I'd say fish, flax, hemp, and eggs are some of the best all around brain foods, due to omega-3 fatty acid and lecithin content. Grass fed/free range meats tend to have plenty of omega-3 fatty acids in them too.
I'd say fish, flax, hemp, and eggs are some of the best all around brain foods, due to omega-3 fatty acid and lecithin content. Grass fed/free range meats tend to have plenty of omega-3 fatty acids in them too.
Ashley
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protovack said:
Maybe there is.
ebola?
Bluelight Crew
>>Acetylcholine will definitely reach the brain, even if it's metabolized to choline and that choline ends up being acetylated elsewhere/later.>>
That's why I said "most".
Mwahaha...my statements are weak enough that I can't be wrong!
>>Maybe there is.>>
You wanna back that up?
ebola
That's why I said "most".
Mwahaha...my statements are weak enough that I can't be wrong!>>Maybe there is.>>
You wanna back that up?
ebola
Ashley
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ebola? said:
If I could, I would.