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Understanding the Role of Nutrition in Concussion Recovery
Explore how proper nutrition plays a vital role in aiding rehabilitation from brain trauma.
With Dr. Lawrence’s years of thorough research, we provide effective nutritional recommendations tailored for concussion recovery.
The Importance of Nutrition in Healing from a Concussion
Proper nutrition is fundamental in aiding the rehabilitation process from brain trauma. The brain and body need specific nutrients to facilitate recovery. Understanding this, we focus on providing a diet that supports brain health and accelerates healing.
How Nutritional Recommendations Aid Rehabilitation
Nutrition significantly impacts the rate and quality of healing. Specific nutrients can aid in reducing inflammation, supporting neuronal repair, and providing the energy needed for recovery. By analyzing individual cases, we tailor nutritional plans that address these needs effectively, ensuring a more efficient recovery process.
What Our Nutritional Planning Service Offers
Tailored Nutritional Strategies
We understand that each concussion is unique. That’s why Dr. Lawrence and our team offer specialized plans that are adapted to each patient’s specific needs. From the initial assessment to the ongoing adjustment of your diet, our guidance is professional, personalized, and based on the latest research.
Comprehensive Evaluation for Personalized Nutrition
Before prescribing any dietary changes, we conduct a thorough evaluation, including reviewing lab results and understanding any existing conditions that might affect nutritional absorption. This comprehensive approach helps us create a unique food plan that maximizes health benefits and supports your body’s recovery needs.
Key Components of Concussion Recovery Diet
A diet aiding concussion recovery includes:
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for building cell membranes in the brain and have anti-inflammatory properties that aid in repairing and regenerating brain cells after injury.
Food Sources: Cod liver oil, Salmon, mackerel, walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds, and soybeans.
Reducing inflammation is crucial in concussion recovery as it helps to minimize additional damage and supports the healing of brain tissue. Anti-inflammatory foods also contribute to the overall health of brain cells. The avoidance of processed food and refined sugar products is critical.
Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Blueberries, strawberries, cherries, spinach, kale, and spices like turmeric and ginger.
Certain supplements have been proven to assist in concussion recovery. For example, zinc and magnesium possess this ability. In particular, magnesium threonate has superior ability to cross the blood-brain barrier aiding in its effectiveness. Zinc, although beneficial, should be utilized under the guidance of a professional specialized in concussion treatment, since it can chelate copper from blood with prolonged use.
Water is essential for all forms of life and is particularly important for brain function and healing. It helps in the transportation of nutrients, elimination of toxins, and maintaining the balance of electrolytes.
Food Sources: Water is the best source, but fruits like watermelon and cucumber also contribute to hydration.
Curcumin, the active component in turmeric, has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, making it beneficial in repairing and maintaining healthy brain tissue.
Food Sources: Turmeric is the primary source of curcumin, often used in curry powders and mustards.
Building a Balanced Diet
Understanding why each of these nutrients is important and which foods contain them can help you build a balanced, brain-healthy diet.
Incorporate a variety of these foods into your daily meals to support your brain’s recovery and overall health. Remember, a diverse diet will ensure a wide range of nutrients, helping in the holistic healing and functioning of the brain. However, each concussion is unique, so too should be your diet. For example, should you be on a Paleo or Ketogenic diet, and what order should you eat your proteins, carbohydrates and vegetables are all questions to be answered specific to your case.
Implementing Your
Concussion Recovery Diet
To effectively implement these nutritional recommendations, consider the following:
Continued Nutrition Beyond Concussion Recovery
Even after recovery, maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for ongoing brain function and overall health. We encourage you to continue these nutritional practices to improve your cognitive function, strengthen your immune system, and boost your cardiac health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, when you are recovering from a concussion you should certainly make adjustments to your diet for a few reasons.
- Your brain needs the right vitamins and minerals in order to be able to think clearly and function properly.
- Each person is different; your body may require different nutrients than you are used to in order to heal properly if you are suffering from a concussion.
- Your body may be weak from suffering a concussion making it crucial to carefully rebuild your strength to optimize your recovery.
To learn more about nutritional recommendations when recovering from a concussion contact Broadview today at (613) 728-2929 or book an appointment with us online.
There are a few dietary changes that we at Broadview recommend when you are recovering from a concussion. These changes often include:
- Drink lots of water
- Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables
- Eat enough protein
- Eat foods high in Omega 3s
Everyone’s recovery from a concussion can be different, which is why we recommend a professional consult with our team at Broadview in order to properly test your levels to discover what your body needs for a full recovery.
To learn more about nutritional recommendations when recovering from a concussion contact Broadview today at (613) 728-2929 or book an appointment with us online.
After a concussion there are a few foods and drinks that you should try to avoid consuming as they have been proven to hinder healing. These foods and drinks include:
- Alcohol
- Caffeine
- Sugar
- Foods that are high in sodium
To learn more about nutritional recommendations when recovering from a concussion, contact Broadview today at (613) 728-2929 or book an appointment with us online.
While there are some general recommendations that are common for people healing from a concussion, it is important to remember that each person is different and will require unique treatment when recovering. At Broadview, our team will run a series of tests in order to discover what your body needs to make a full recover.
To learn more about nutritional recommendations when recovering from a concussion contact Broadview today at (613) 728-2929 or book an appointment with us online.
There are several studies that investigate the effects of adding supplements and additional vitamins into your diet for concussion recovery. It is widely accepted that adding vitamins like Vitamin C, D, and E as well as increase Omega 3 fatty acids can help with recovery – especially if they are not abundant in your regular diet.
There are also three other less known supplements that are being researched and have been found to help with concussion recovery: turmeric, melatonin, and reservatrol. If you’re thinking of making changes to your diet to help with your concussion recovery, it’s important to work with a trained professional. Contact us today to learn more about our nutritional recommendations for concussion recovery.
There is so much focus on eating the right foods, doing the right exercises, and getting rest that maintained proper hydration often gets overlooked. Dehydration is a common side effect that comes as a result of a concussion, which can lead to increasing biomarkers that trigger inflammation. With increased inflammation, it prolongs the recovery period and can bring the onset of other acute symptoms and issues.
Make sure to drink lots of fluids throughout the day and pay even more attention to your hydration levels than you normally would.
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Concussion Recovery Today
Ready to take the first step towards a full recovery? Book an appointment with us today to get a personalized nutritional plan crafted by our experts.
Have more questions or ready to start your journey? Contact us to learn more about our nutritional recommendations and how we can help you on the path to recovery.
