by Cathy Agasar | Brain Health, Chiropractic, Gut Health, Healthy Spine, Vagus Nerve
Your gut and your nervous system are in constant communication. It’s known as the gut-brain axis—a complex network that links your digestive tract to your brain and spinal cord. This connection means that stress, anxiety, and even poor posture can directly impact...
by Cathy Agasar | Brain Health, Gut Health, H.O.P.E. Series, Omega 3's
Part 2 of our 4-part H.O.P.E. series covering gut health. Here we are at number 2 of our ‘H.O.P.E.’ series to discuss the ‘O’ — Omega-3s and what foods contain the highest levels, including our recipe for Air-Fryer Avocado Fries here. Catch up on the previous...
by Cathy Agasar | Brain Fitness, Brain Health, Meditation, Omega 3's
Define a healthy brain. There’s not one clear definition of brain health out there, but there are a lot of brilliant ideas on the table. From the Center For Brain Health we have this: “the touchstone of brain health is a person’s ability to function well in daily life...
by Cathy Agasar | Brain Fitness, Brain Health, Meditation
Meditation is just one way to sharpen your brain and protect its long-term health. Generally, it’s easy, can be done any place at any time that fits your schedule, and it is one of the most effective stress-reducers available to all. Don’t know how? Most people...
by Cathy Agasar | Brain Health, Gut Health, Omega 3's, Selfcare
According to Dr Josh Axe, ingesting the proper amount of Omega-3s may help to: Prevent cardiovascular disease Fight oxidative stress, which damages cells and tissues Stabilize blood sugar levels (preventing diabetes) Reduce muscle, bone and joint pain by lowering...
by Cathy Agasar | Brain Fitness, Brain Health
Feed your brain: Consume 250-500 mg/day of Omega-3 daily. Do this by eating a cold-water fish at least once a week plus other Omega-3-rich food daily. Adding walnuts and ground flaxseed to oatmeal is so easy! Avoid or limit foods that increase inflammation—alcohol,...
