I’m so Tired: Part 2

I’m so tired: Part 2 Cells making energy from glucose All cells of the body, including brain cells, make energy out of glucose which can be derived directly out of carbohydrates or indirectly via proteins and fats (gluconeogenesis). Inside the cells of the brain and...

I’m So Tired: Part 1

The ‘energy – mental health’ Connection Energy is intimately related with mental health. Lack of energy and tiredness/fatigue/exhaustion can either be an aggravating or causative factor of mental health conditions. It is said “If you have energy you can’t be...

Smart Nutrients and Brain Foods

Improve your concentration, eat Smart!   Have you ever eaten a good meal and felt great or mentally healthy afterward? If your energy feels really good after eating certain foods then this is a good indicator that you are eating the right stuff! Brain foods have...