Daniel G. Amen, M.D., is a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and brain-imaging expert who heads up the world-renowned Amen Clinics. He's written a book, Making a Good Brain Great. Here's a 7-part article from the book, giving essential steps for keeping your brain healthy.
Seven Simple Brain Promoting Nutritional Tips
By Daniel G. Amen, M.D., author of Making a Good Brain Great
Here is the seven step plan to get your diet under control and to use food as brain medicine.
Step 1. Increase water intake
Given that your brain is about 80% water, the first rule of brain nutrition is adequate water to hydrate your brain. Even slight dehydration can raise stress hormones which can damage your brain over time.
Drink at least 84 ounces of water a day. It is best to have your liquids unpolluted with artificial sweeteners, sugar, caffeine, or alcohol. You can use herbal, non-caffeinated tea bags, such as raspberry or strawberry flavored, and make unsweetened iced tea. Green tea is also good for brain function as it contains chemicals that enhance mental relaxation and alertness.
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