EPISODE · Jun 20, 2024 · 53 MIN
#66: Diet and Executive Functioning
from Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast · host Darius Namdaran and Dr Erica Warren
In this episode of the Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the impact of diet on executive functioning. Erica shares her personal journey with diet changes that helped her overcome colitis and cancer. They discuss essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, with supportive research on their cognitive benefits. Various diets, including the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, Mediterranean Diet, and Ketogenic Diet, are investigated for their potential to enhance cognitive function. The hosts also emphasize the importance of avoiding processed foods and sugars to maintain optimal brain health. Tune in to learn practical tips for improving your diet and cognitive performance.Links: Breaking the Vicious Cycle: https://amzn.to/4e04tx3 Carnivore Diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/carnivore-diet Ketogenic Diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101 Mediterranean Diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mediterranean-diet-meal-plan The Impact of the Mediterranean Diet on the Cognitive Functioning of Healthy Older Adults: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2161831322006895 Ketogenic diet and cognition in neurological diseases: https://academic.oup.com/nutritionreviews/article-abstract/79/7/802/6044704?redirectedFrom=fulltext Eat to Beat Disease:https://drwilliamli.com/book-li/Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/Learn Mindmapping: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes EF Coaching with Darius: https://www.ivvi.app/coachingEF Student Coaching with Erica: https://learningtolearn.biz/ EF Adult Coaching: https://dropintoyourbestself.com/coaching Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Executive Functioning Coaching Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Executive Functioning Resources: https://goodsensorylearning.com/collections/executive-functioning-skills-trainingExecutive Functioning Assessments: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=EFCAHow to Teach Executive Functions in Grades 1-6: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/how-to-teach-executive-functioning-to-elementary-and-middle-school-students-and-make-it-fun Brought to you by:https://ivvi.apphttps://goodsensorylearning.comhttps://learningspecialistcourses.comhttps://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessmenthttps://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz
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In this episode of the Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the impact of diet on executive functioning. Erica shares her personal journey with diet changes that helped her overcome colitis and cancer. They discuss essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, with supportive research on their cognitive benefits. Various diets, including the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, Mediterranean Diet, and Ketogenic Diet, are investigated for their potential to enhance cognitive function. The hosts also emphasize the importance of avoiding processed foods and sugars to maintain optimal brain health. Tune in to learn practical tips for improving your diet and cognitive performance.Links: Breaking the Vicious Cycle: https://amzn.to/4e04tx3 Carnivore Diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/carnivore-diet Ketogenic Diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101 Mediterranean Diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mediterranean-diet-meal-plan The Impact of the Mediterranean Diet on the Cognitive Functioning of Healthy Older Adults: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2161831322006895 Ketogenic diet and cognition in neurological diseases: https://academic.oup.com/nutritionreviews/article-abstract/79/7/802/6044704?redirectedFrom=fulltext Eat to Beat Disease:https://drwilliamli.com/book-li/Dyslexia Quiz: https://bulletmapacademy.com/dyslexia-quiz/Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/Learn Mindmapping: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes EF Coaching with Darius: https://www.ivvi.app/coachingEF Student Coaching with Erica: https://learningtolearn.biz/ EF Adult Coaching: https://dropintoyourbestself.com/coaching Executive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioning Executive Functioning Coaching Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Executive Functioning Resources: https://goodsensorylearning.com/collections/executive-functioning-skills-trainingExecutive Functioning Assessments: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=EFCAHow to Teach Executive Functions in Grades 1-6: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/how-to-teach-executive-functioning-to-elementary-and-middle-school-students-and-make-it-fun Brought to you by:https://ivvi.apphttps://goodsensorylearning.comhttps://learningspecialistcourses.comhttps://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessmenthttps://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz
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