Thursday, August 9, 2018
Did you know that antioxidants play a huge role in preventing brain degeneration? According to Dr. Kelsey Brenner, a functional neurologist for South Florida Integrative Health, “antioxidants are the clean-up and protection system for the brain.” Berries such as blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries provide an abundant source of antioxidants. A recent study from The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that regular consumption of antioxidants such as berries could possibly be used as a strategy in the treatment and prevention of several neurodegenerative diseases and age-related brain dysfunction.