Maintaining a well-balanced diet can fuel your body and power your mind!
It’s no secret that eating healthy can make you feel better physically, but did you know a proper diet can also impact brain health?
According to the American Society for Nutrition (ASN), a growing number of studies point to the mental health benefits of a healthy diet.
Recent studies show that a healthy diet provides more vitamins and minerals, healthy fats, and fiber from fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, which can reduce inflammation and alter neurotransmitters to reduce symptoms of depression.
While it’s never too late to improve your diet, it’s important to start sooner rather than later. According to the Cleveland Clinic, as we age, circumstances and lifestyle can lead to neglecting healthy eating habits.
A healthy diet can play a big role in your overall health, including your:
- Brain and memory function
- Heart health
- Bone strength
- Muscle tone
- Immunity
- Gastrointestinal functioning
- Mental health and well-being
Hillsborough County Aging Services offers numerous services to help older residents maintain healthy diets and lifestyles with at-home or in-person meal services, nutrition tips and recipes, and more!
Included in this series:
- How Hillsborough County Senior Centers Reduce Social Isolation Among Seniors
- Top Nutrition Tips for Optimal Brain Health
- Got 2 Minutes? Make this Brain-Healthy Treat!
Hillsborough County Mindful Mondays
Mindful Mondays promotes different ways you can make your mental health a priority, despite having a busy schedule. From chair yoga virtual classes to tips on how to decompress after a long day, Hillsborough County’s Mindful Mondays has various interactive resources for you to access, no matter what day or time. New content is updated on a continuing basis.