Happy & Healthy with Amy
Do you want to protect your brain from Alzheimer's disease so you can be sharp and stay sharp for life? This podcast is for you.
Your host, Amy Lang, master certified health coach and founder of Moxie Club will be sharing with you the lessons learned and insights gained from 20+ years as a health club owner and Alzheimer's prevention coach.
For more information, visit www.moxie-club.com
Happy & Healthy with Amy
Optimizing Macros for Your Brain Health
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In this episode, we're focusing on the three essential macronutrients—fats, proteins, and carbohydrates—and how they influence our brain health and cognitive functions like memory, focus, performance, problem-solving skills and even mood.
I'll break down the composition of the brain and explain why it's essential to provide it with the right nutrients. From understanding the difference between storage and structural fats, to learning about essential amino acids for neurotransmitter production, to knowing why glucose is the brain's preferred fuel, we’re covering it all.
So, if you're curious about optimizing your brain health and preventing cognitive decline, you don't want to miss this episode.
RESOURCES:
- Take the Quiz: Is It Just Brain Fog?
- Download After Mom’s Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: The First 8 Things to Know and learn how to support her with more calm, clarity, and confidence.
- Download the RESTORED Protocol: Eight Essential Protective Factors to Build an Alzheimer's-Resistant Brain
- Download the FREE Excerpt of Thoughts Are Habits Too
- Schedule your Breakthrough Roadmap session with Amy
- Follow Amy on Instagram @amylangcoaching and on Facebook @amylangcoaching
- Subscribe to Amy's YouTube channel @happyandhealthywithamy