General Nutrition
This is the most important nutrient for the brain.
What are fats?
Our brains and nervous systems require dietary fat for structural support and to function properly. To do this, 20-30% of calories in the diet should come from fat, but mostly healthy fats. The best sources of healthy fats for the brain are foods high in omega-3 fatty acids such as flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts, olive oil, fatty fish, and eggs.
This is the most consumed fruit in the world.
What are bananas and plantains?
1 banana provide 110 calories with 3 grams of fiber (a good source) and rich in the electrolyte potassium. It is also a good source of vitamin B6, magnesium, and vitamin C.
Adults should get at least this much aerobic exercise at least 5x/week.
What is 30 minutes?
This group of vitamins is most important for carbohydrate metabolism. (aka convert carbohydrates into energy)
What are B vitamins? (B1 B2 B3 B6)
This stimulant can affect mood, concentration, and sleep.
What is caffeine?
The hottest chili pepper in the world.
What is Pepper X?
As of August 23, 2023, the Pepper X is the world's hottest chili pepper, according to Guinness World Records. The Pepper X. For comparison, this is 3xhotter than the Carolina Reaper... x__x
These brain chemicals cause a "runner's high."
What are endorphins?
This type of beverage should only be used in hot weather or during exercise lasting over 1 hour.
What are sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade, etc.)?
Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium are often found in sports drinks & are all examples of this group of minerals.
What are electrolytes?
Percentage range of serotonin produced in the gut?
What is 90-95%?
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, or chemical, that is involved in the regulation of mood, appetite, sleep, memory, and even cardiovascular health. This chemical has even been called natures antidepressant. A healthy, balanced diet fosters a healthy and diverse gut microbiome, which is needed to produce the right amount of serotonin for our brains and bodies. Low serotonin levels can cause a range of mental and physical health issues such as depression, insomnia, difficulty remembering things, and cardiovascular disease.
The only US state where coffee beans are grown.
What is Hawaii?
This mineral is an integral part of the hemoglobin molecule, which helps transport oxygen to tissues and produce energy.
What is iron?
This term refers to a physical, behavioral, and emotional condition that occurs when the volume and intensity of an individual's exercise exceeds their recovery capacity.
What is overtraining?
Amino acid that your brain uses to regulate mood and cognition.
What is L-tryptophan?
This produce contains more water than a watermelon.
What is a cucumber?
Watermelon is about 92% water, while cucumber is 95%. That's actually the same as lettuce and celery. It's also super low in calories, with just eight per half cup.
This much water is lost simply by breathing in & out.
What is a pint?
Water from the beverages we drink and the foods we eat are needed by the body to regulate body temperature and transport essential nutrients to the body cells. The body is constantly losing water - for example, through breath as we exhale, through the skin as we sweat or perspire, and through urine. This water must be replaced to maintain good health.
Poor regulation of this system has been shown to closely mirror mental health symptoms, such as irritability, anxiety, and worry, as well as low energy, poor concentration, and fatigue.
What is blood sugar/glucose?
The brain primarily runs on glucose. Our bodies require a steady influx of glucose from the diet, aka carbohydrates, to maintain a stable mental and emotional state.
This is the birthplace of the Caesar salad.
What is Tijuana, Mexico.
According to legend, Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant, invented the Caesar salad on July 4, 1924 at his restaurant, Caesar's Place, in Tijuana, Mexico. The story goes that the kitchen was short on ingredients and overwhelmed with American customers, so Cardini used what was left to make the salad: lettuce, croutons, olive oil, raw egg, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. The salad was originally prepared tableside.