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How to Increase Brain Health
How to Increase Brain Health
- Lizl Zandberg
- July 5, 2022
- 12:00 pm
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As parents we want to make sure our little ones have every opportunity they need to thrive in life. The key to success is focusing on creating an ideal environment for learning including proper brain development.
Nutrition and Brain Health
Must Have Nutrients:
- Omega – 3 fats, which help fight inflammation and promotes healthy neural communication.
- Vitamin D to promote normal neurodevelopment and a higher immune function.
- Magnesium that is required for energy production and focus.
- Methylation factors like B6, folate, and B12 help carry oxygen to the brain and creates new brain cells.
Foods Rich in These:
You can find these important nutrients in foods like dark leafy greens, fruits, vegetables, berries, fatty fish like salmon and nuts.
Sleep for Better Learning & Cognition:
Without adequate, consistent sleep, we can expect problems like hormonal imbalances, mood swings, weight gain and of course poor concentration. Kids are just as susceptible to these issues as adults!
For positive sleep patterns, stick to a routine for both you and your little ones. Leave technology outside the bedroom and try to get in daily exercise if possible. These activities promote normal circadian rhythm and may make it easier to fall asleep at night.
Boosting Immune Systems:
It’s crucial to make sure your child practices good hygiene routines! They need to understand the importance of basic methods to increase their body’s natural defenses!
Key Strategies To Incorporate in Your Schedule:
- Wash hands often and properly.
- Avoid too much screen time at home. It can increase the body’s stress response and decrease immune system functions.
- A stressful environment will increase your child’s anxiety levels, so try to keep your home environment calm and relaxing.
- Zinc, vitamin C and vitamin B is essential for healthy brain function.
It’s never too early or too late to begin having conversations with your child about killing germs and staying healthy. Creating positive habits early in life will ensure they follow them as they get older!
Now for another wonderfully yummy recipe:
Miniature Corn Dogs
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Onion powder
3 tablespoons shortening
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 large egg
1 package miniature smoked sausages
Oil for deep-fat frying
Tomato sauce
Instructions
This recipe is so easy and I figured it would be perfect during the holidays!
In a small bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and onion powder; cut in shortening until crumbly. Whisk milk and egg; stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Dip sausages into batter
In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry sausages, a few at a time, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve with tomato sauce or any kind of sauce your prefer.
I hope you enjoyed my Blog. I can’t wait to share some more information and fun ideas with you to keep the kiddies happy, healthy and strong!
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Lizl Zandberg
Lizl is our friendly Administration Assistant and helps in the Penguins Class. Without this wonderful Best Buddies team-member , daily tasks would become a challenge.
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