The Best Brain-Healthy Oils to Use for Cooking
Over on my Instagram page, we recently posted a short video on the 8 oils to avoid as ingredients in your purchased foods. But that begs the question: What oils are best to use when cooking at home? And which are better left behind on the grocery store’s shelf? First, a quick reminder: Contrary to […]
Are You Consuming Antidepressants When Eating Fish?
Wild fish—such as salmon, mahi-mahi, albacore, shrimp, trout, and tilapia—are an excellent source of nutrition, chock full of protein and healthy fats. As I note in my book, The Omni Diet, everyone should be eating fish—it provides omega-3 fatty acids, most notably EPA and DHA, which help the brain function well. A lack of these […]
3 Ways to Show Support This Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Did you know that July ushers in National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month? I think this topic should be a focus year-round, but this is a great time to raise awareness about minorities’ mental health issues. That entails considering all of the specific challenges various groups may face—including stigma around discussing mental health, substance use […]
