The School of Greatness Fix Your Brain Health By Starting These Habits [MASTERCLASS] EP 1308
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Aug 19, 2022 
In this masterclass, Dr. Daniel Amen, a psychiatrist specializing in brain disorders, emphasizes the crucial link between nutrition and brain health. He advocates for an anti-aging diet filled with omega-3s. Dr. Mark Hyman, a renowned physician, discusses how food influences mood and behavior, critiquing the Standard American Diet for its mental health impacts. They explore essential foods like salmon and blueberries that enhance brain function and stress the importance of personalized nutrition, mindfulness, and positive thinking for optimal mental well-being.
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Obesity and Brain Health
- Obesity negatively impacts mental and brain health, increasing risks of Alzheimer's and depression.
- Loving yourself is important, but addressing health issues is an act of self-love.
Brain-Boosting Foods
- Choose foods that benefit your health.
- Several brain-healthy foods include salmon, blueberries, walnuts, avocado or olive oil, and dark chocolate.
Fasting and Stress
- Intermittent fasting (12-16 hours) can be beneficial for brain health through autophagy.
- Avoid excessive stress, like marathons, which can negatively impact the brain.
