110 Bonnie Kaplan: Play the Complete Micronutrient Orchestra for a better Brain

THIS EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on the importance of the complete orchestra of micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, trace elements and phytonutrients) in supporting brain health and optimizing cognitive function. Whether omega-3 fatty acids and B-vitamins or antioxidants such as carotenoids and anthocyanins from colourful fruits and vegetables, we discuss the science supporting their role in enhancing memory, improving focus, and promoting overall brain vitality. And naturally this same complete micronutrient orchestra is equally important to support overall metabolism for optimal wellness and energy. Today's Featured Expert is Bonnie Kaplan, PhD. Professor Emerita at the University of Calgary, and co-author, with Julia Rucklidge, of The Better Brain: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition. After obtaining a PhD in experimental psychophysiology and a postdoc at Yale in neuroscience, Bonnie moved to Calgary, Alberta, where she studied developmental problems in children with a focus on the relationship of nutrition to brain development and behavior, at the Department of Pediatrics in the Children's  Hospital. Episode Timeline  0:11 Introduction to this episode.  4:31 The importance of micronutrients and phytonutrients. 10:27 How  plants respond to predators 15:38 What is needed to fuel brain function? 21:27 Nutrigenomics and mental health. 24:23 Problems with nutrition and longevity. 29:26 A study on dementia in children. 35:12 Bonnie's key takeaway message Learn more about  Bonnie Kaplan's work at these links  thebetterbrainbook.com] Instagram: @thebetterbrain Twitter: @bonnie_kaplan Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/thebetterbrain Facebook: @thebetterbrain   Learn about Dr. Gillian Lockitch For more information  about the Change Your Aging Masterplan program or how to start your own business  in healthy aging,  book a  free Discovery Call with me or Email Dr. Gill at [email protected] To get your copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and The Art of Retiring Comfortably click here  And if you have not already done so, please follow,  rate and review the show.