The brain is one of those organs that we can neglect. In this article I want to share 3 quick, simple, yet effective, tips to help you look after your brain and keep it in top condition.
1. Drink more water
The brain is made up of 80% water, and this water plays an essential part in its function. When we are dehydrated, it can reduce our sense of well-being and significantly reduce our performance and ability to learn. Dehydration can also pose a risk to our long-term mental health if we are not looking after our brain.
On average, the human body can lose up to 2.5 litres of water every day and our aim should be to at least replenish this loss on a daily basis. Try drinking more water throughout the day and eat more fruit and vegetables, as these have a lot of water in them.
2. Eat the right fats for your brain
The brain is made up of a total of 60% fat, which includes saturated fat and cholesterol. Most of us may at first consider fat to be unhealthy, but there are some fats that are essential for our brains to function normally. 20% of the brain's fat should be made up of essential fatty acids or Omega-3 and Omega-6. These two essential fatty acids are important as they cannot be made within your body, so you need to make sure that you’re getting them from your diet or through supplements.
3. Exercise
Keep your brain fit and healthy by keeping your body fit and healthy. It’s been shown that regular exercise can significantly reduce the effects of depression, anxiety and stress. In a lot of cases, exercise can work just as well as anti-depressants. Keeping your brain happy will also keep it healthy! You can do any simple exercise, such as taking a daily brisk walk through the park or doing something fun that also burns a lot of calories, such as taking a dance class or playing a sport you like. Doing a sport or dance class can also help to keep your brain active by learning a new skill and improving your co-ordination.
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