“Toxic Brains…”

There are so many things out there in our world toady that cause damage to our brains.

Environment
In the environment we have electromagnetic fields (EMF) from cell phones, power lines, computers and TV’s. All of which have been shown to cause some effect on the brain. Particularly sensitive are the growing brains of children. How much cell, TV and computer time do you expose your kids to each day.

Diet
Then there are the dietary pollutants that we afflict our brains with by ingesting preservatives (MSG and glutamate derivatives), and others.

Have you noticed how many “low sugar”products are on the market? In our quest to eat fewer calories from simple carbs like sugar to fight obesity and diabetes, we are eating huge amounts of artificial sweeteners (Aspartame), which many studies have shown are not good for us. And again, the affect of aspartame on growing brains is especially troublesome. In order to fight fat, we’re causing brain damage!

Trauma
Lastly, there is physical damage caused by trauma like auto accidents, sports injuries, slips and falls, etc. I’m not talking about overt head trauma either. Many studies have shown a relationship between low speed auto accidents and brain injury (MTBI). The sudden jerking of the neck causes the brain to slosh within the skull vault and cause stress on the brain. In sports, studies have concluded that “heading” the ball in soccer causes brain damage. More and more elite soccer players are developing brain ailments much like boxers. American Football players also are showing greater and greater signs of brain malfunction after retirement.

What to do about our toxic brains

• Limit cell use
• Limit TV and computer screen time
• Limit computer gaming
• Avoid artificial sweeteners (diet foods and drinks)
• Never allow children to eat or drink “low sugar” foods.
• Take a multivitamin and mineral everyday
• Take antioxidants (Vit A, C, E and others) each day
• Take Omega-3 fatty acids each day
• Avoid head trauma whenever possible
• After a head trauma make sure to take supplements designed to reduce the damage of chemical reactions in your brain associated with concussion

Please carefully consider the effect your environment, diet and physical activity has on yours and your children’s brains and take positive steps towards protecting them.