Did you know it’s possible to train your brain to make decisions even faster? Here are five simple ways to tone up your brain:
Get Moving – You can start moderate aerobic exercise at any age to protect your brain health. Peter J. Snyder, a professor of neurology at Brown University states, “Recent research has shown that a regular program such as fast-paced walking for 30 minutes, three times per week for only six months leads to the growth of brain cells and their connections in parts of the brain that are critically important for learning and memory.”
Trust Your Gut – The longer it takes you to make a decision may make it more likely that you choose the wrong one according to Columbia University researchers. Make a pros and cons list to help you find the right decision.
Your mantra – Say “I can do better!” World-class athletes use this trick for mental motivation. Silently repeating this phrase can help your brain’s reaction time.
Yawn– Believe it or not but yawning actually cools down your brain, leading to better mental efficiency.
Think on Your Feet – Some studies conducted at A& M University have shown that working at a standing desk improves our brains’ time management, fact retention and comprehension skills. Shifting from sitting to standing may also break up boredom and refocus our attention in a new way.
Of course eating a healthy well-balanced diet focusing on several different colored plant based foods and getting at least 7 hours of sleep a night for adults and more for children, depending on their age, is also very important for our brain health and will also contribute to faster thinking.
Healthy Regards, Stacy
Source: 12 Ways to Think Faster, Parade Magazine, February 5, 2017
Healthy 4 Life’s Healthy *Brain-Boosting Breakfast* of the Month Egg Bake Casserole
This delicious breakfast is a creative way to enjoy having a single-serving egg quiche all to yourself. We love how the top gets crispy while the vegetables in the center are encapsulated in warm, fluffy eggs.
Ingredients
2 whole Pastured Eggs
1/8 cup Onion, diced
1/8 cup Zucchini, halved and sliced
1/8 cup Broccoli, chopped
1/8 cup Spinach, chopped
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Organic Coconut Oil
Process
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Whisk two eggs in a mixing bowl.
Stir in chopped vegetables and sprinkle in salt.
Lightly grease a single-serving nonstick soufflé dish with coconut oil.
Pour egg mixture into the soufflé dish.
Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.
Serve. A side of fresh fruit, bacon, or sausage will go well with this recipe. You can even get creative and mix cooked sausage or ground meat into the eggs prior to cooking, or top with crumbled bacon.
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes to 25 minutes Notes:A side of fresh fruit, bacon, or sausage will go well with this recipe. You can even get creative and mix cooked sausage or ground meat into the eggs prior to cooking, or top with crumbled bacon.
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research has shown that a regular program such as fast-paced walking for 30 minutes, three times per week for only six months leads to the growth of brain cells and their connections in parts of the brain that are critically important for learning and memory.”
Of course eating a healthy well-balanced diet focusing on several different colored plant based foods and getting at least 7 hours of sleep a night for adults and more for children, depending on their age, is also very important for our brain health and will also contribute to faster thinking.
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