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And their advice? Don’t do that.

Like every other life plan, moderation and balance are key. And

while it’s okay to overindulge now and then, staying on course,

eating right and exercising to fit your age and general health,

then backing things up with a realistic daily dosage of vitamins,

minerals and supplements is the prescription for success.

Tip #6 - pRaCTiCE modERaTion

Everybody likes a salty snack or a sweet treat. It is hard to say no

to ice cream on a hot day or chips and dip while watching the

big game.

But just as excess salt and diets high in sugar are bad for our

bodies, eating too much of these can be harmful to our brains as

well. Many people have experienced the post-sugar-buzz crash,

which can leave them feeling tired, sluggish and not able to think

clearly. The long-term effects of consuming too much sugar could

leave you feeling like you’re experiencing the crash all the time.

The smart way to approach foods like French fries and cookies is

to eat them in moderation. Once in a while, these foods are a

great treat, but eating them regularly not only harms our bodies

and brains, but it can also take the enjoyment out of an occasional

indulgence.

Anyone who has ever been on a diet can attest to the fact that

nutritional changes can be hard to stick to in the long term. But

a healthy diet is important when it comes to brain health.

Of course, change doesn’t happen overnight. If you’re not

following these nutrition tips for better brain health already, try

incorporating them one at a time over a few months. You may

be surprised at the positive changes you see.

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