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Have you ever heard the phrase “You are what you eat”? It basically means that the food we eat affects our physical and mental health. Nowadays, you can easily find numerous tips for enhancing our body’s performance by means of proper diet. For example, research shows that the MIND diet (also known as “diet for the brain”) can improve brain health and reduce the risk of dementia. In the following article we will explore the MIND diet principles and its benefits. We will also learn what we can eat to support the brain’s cognitive functions.

Our daily food choices have a significant impact on our general well-being, including the quality of our sleep. In the previous article, we already learned what foods to avoid to get better sleep. Today we will find out what products can improve the quality of our sleep. It’s worth giving a try, because even small changes in eating habits can make us feel more rested and provide more energy in the morning.

Sleep disorders are a common problem that affects more and more people. They lead to reduced quality of life and decreased mental performance. They are also a risk factor for chronic conditions, including hypertension, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. The etiology of sleep disorders is not fully examined. They can be caused by psychological factors, such as excessive stress, or even bad eating habits. It has been proven that what we eat has a significant impact on the quality and quantity of sleep. In the following article I will focus on types of food and drinks we should avoid before bedtime in order to enjoy a good night’s sleep.

In many animal species, the mother's diet and the environment in which she lives affect the health of her future offspring, as well as subsequent generations. To a large extent, this is done through the so-called epigenetic inheritance. Environmental factors do not change the nucleic acid sequence in parents' cells, but they can modify the level of gene expression, for example by changing their methylation. As the latest research results say, information on the mother's state of health and nutrition can also be passed onto offspring directly - through fats, proteins and various metabolites. Scientists are still conducting research related to the impact of nutrients in food consumed by mothers on the development of the nervous system in future generations.