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Power foods for the brain : an effective 3-step plan to protect your mind and strengthen your memory / Neal D. Barnard ; with recipes by Christine Waltermyer and Jason Wyrick.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York : Grand Central Life & Style, 2013.Edition: 1st edDescription: xxi, 292 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 1455512192 (hbk.) :
  • 9781455512195 (hbk.) :
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Contents:
Sharpen your memory, enhance your brain -- Put power foods to work. Foods that shield you from toxic metals ; Foods that protect you from harmful fats and cholesterol ; Foods that build your vitamin shield. -- Strengthen your brain. Mental exercises that build your cognitive reserve ; Physical exercises that protect your brain. -- Defeat memory threats. Build memory power as you sleep ; Medicines and health conditions that affect memory. -- Putting the plan into Action. A brain-enhancing menu ; Conquer food cravings ; Menus and recipes -- Appendix 1. Medications and supplements to treat memory problems -- Appendix 2. Ingredients that may be new to you.
Summary: Could that glass of milk affect your memory? Is that aluminum can increasing your risk for Alzheimer's disease? Can a banana be a brain booster? Everyone knows that good nutrition supports your overall health, but did you know that certain foods can protect your brain and optimize its function? In this book the author has gathered research and studies to deliver a program that can boost brain health, reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and other less serious malfunctions, including low energy, poor sleep patterns, irritability, and lack of focus. The plan includes information on: The best foods to increase cognitive function and boost folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 ; The dangers dairy products and meats may have on memory ; The role alcohol plays in Alzheimer's risk ; The latest research on certain toxic metals, like aluminums found in cookware, soda cans, and common antacids ; Plus, 50-75 recipes and timesaving kitchen tips.
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Adult Book Adult Book Main Library NonFiction 616.83 B259 Available Signed copy. 33111007081702
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Strengthen your memory with New York Times bestselling author Dr. Neal Barnard's simple 3-step plan to protecting your brain with your diet.



Could your breakfast or lunch be harming your memory?



Are you missing out on the foods that could prevent Alzheimer's disease?



Everyone knows good nutrition supports your overall health, but few realize that certain foods-power foods-can protect your brain and optimize its function, and even dramatically reduce your risk of Alzheimer's Disease. Now, New York Times bestselling author, clinical researcher and health advocate Dr. Neal Barnard has gathered the most up-to-date research and created a groundbreaking program that can strengthen your memory and protect your brain's health.



In this effective 3-step plan Dr. Barnard reveals which foods to increase in your diet and which to avoid, and shows you specific exercises and supplements that can make a difference. It will not only help boost brain health, but it can also reduce your risk of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and other less serious malfunctions such as low energy, poor sleep patterns, irritability, and lack of focus. You'll discover:

The best foods to increase cognitive function Dairy products and meats-the dangers they may pose to your memory The surprising roles alcohol and caffeine play in Alzheimer's risk The latest research on toxic metals, like aluminum found in cookware, soda cans, and common antacids. Plus a detailed menu plan, recipes and time-saving kitchen tips

Includes bibliographical references (p. 269-281) and index.

Sharpen your memory, enhance your brain -- Put power foods to work. Foods that shield you from toxic metals ; Foods that protect you from harmful fats and cholesterol ; Foods that build your vitamin shield. -- Strengthen your brain. Mental exercises that build your cognitive reserve ; Physical exercises that protect your brain. -- Defeat memory threats. Build memory power as you sleep ; Medicines and health conditions that affect memory. -- Putting the plan into Action. A brain-enhancing menu ; Conquer food cravings ; Menus and recipes -- Appendix 1. Medications and supplements to treat memory problems -- Appendix 2. Ingredients that may be new to you.

Could that glass of milk affect your memory? Is that aluminum can increasing your risk for Alzheimer's disease? Can a banana be a brain booster? Everyone knows that good nutrition supports your overall health, but did you know that certain foods can protect your brain and optimize its function? In this book the author has gathered research and studies to deliver a program that can boost brain health, reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and other less serious malfunctions, including low energy, poor sleep patterns, irritability, and lack of focus. The plan includes information on: The best foods to increase cognitive function and boost folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 ; The dangers dairy products and meats may have on memory ; The role alcohol plays in Alzheimer's risk ; The latest research on certain toxic metals, like aluminums found in cookware, soda cans, and common antacids ; Plus, 50-75 recipes and timesaving kitchen tips.

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