Macronutrients
Amino acids, which are the building blocks of neurotransmitters, come from this macronutrient.
What is protein?
This neurotransmitter is found primarily in the gut.
What is Serotonin?
This fat-soluble vitamin has been shown to help alleviate symptoms of depression by supporting serotonin production.
What is Vitamin D?
This vitamin is frequently associated with heart rhythm but it also helps oxygenate the brain.
What is potassium?
This R&B artist has "love on the brain".
Who is Rihanna?
This type of fat helps increase blood flow to the frontal lobe.
What is Omega 3's?
This neurotransmitter is often called the reward or "feel good" substance that helps control our pleasure and reward system.
What is dopamine?
This B vitamin acts as a cofactor in the production of neurotransmitters and is primarily found in animal food sources.
What is B12?
This part of the brain keeps many substances out but also must let nutrients in.
What is the blood brain barrier?
This word rhymes with brain and might be needed if having a hard time walking.
What is a cane?
The brain needs this many grams of carbohydrates daily just for basic functioning. (Can be within 5-10 grams)
What is 130 grams?
These 3 neurotransmitters are associated with mood and mood disorders. Name 2 of the 3.
What is serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine?
This B vitamin is necessary for normal synthesis of neurotransmitters and associated with depression if low. It is also highly recommended as a prenatal regimen for fetal development.
What is folic acid?
This is the percentage of water the brain is made up of. (Can be within 5-10%)
What is 75%?
The scarecrow from Wizard of Oz sang these lyrics as wishful thinking to be intelligent and capable.
What is "If I only had a brain"
The brain is made up of this percentage of fat. (Can be within 5%)
What is 60%?
This neurotransmitter that is associated with mood also functions as a hormone.
What is norepinephrine?
Name 4 sources of Vitamin D.
What are egg yolk, fortified milk, fortified yogurt, oily fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna), and sunlight.
Magnesium plays a role in mood regulation and stress response. Name 2 food sources that are high in magnesium.
What are green, leafy vegetables, almonds, beans, legumes, nuts, seeds?
This is the average weight of the brain.
What is 3 pounds?
There are 2 amino acids that act as precursors for specific neurotransmitters. Name 1 of the 2.
What is tyrosine or tryptophan?
Not eating enough results in low levels of neurotransmitters. Name 4 signs or symptoms that can occur as a result.
What are memory loss, irritability, depression, insomnia, foggy brain, fatigue, impulsive behavior, aggression, anxiety, lack of motivation, loss of alertness?
These 2 B vitamins are responsible for the production of tryptophan.
What are B3 (Niacin) and B6 (Pyridoxine)
This mineral has ions that act as crucial messengers in the brain by triggering neurotransmitter realease and regulating electrical signals.
What is calcium?
The brain continues to grow and develop until what age.
What is 25 years old?