Brain Builder - NOW University Health E-News 4.21.15

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  1. 5. Animal studies indicate that dopamine and this nerve chemical in the brain were less efficient in the brains of rats fed omega-3-deficient diets
  2. 6. A member of the ginger family, well regarded for its ability to help soothe overused joints
  3. 7. Researchers suggest that for ADHD benefits studied, omega-3 fats play “an important role” in the health of this
  4. 8. A new study offers support that omega-3 supplementation may be an effective augmentation for this type of treatment of ADHD
  5. 11. Herb extracted from a fruit, can be helpful for prostate health
  6. 13. A new study suggests that this type of diet may help preserve mental health for Alzheimer’s patients (abbr.)
  7. 14. Popular Ayurvedic herb used in India to reduce the negative effects of stress on the body
  8. 15. One of the most common child psychiatric disorders that affects boys at nearly three times the rate as girls (abbr)
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  1. 1. Category of supplements that include green tea, garlic, cranberry, echinacea and ginseng
  2. 2. Type of diet consisting of plentiful fruits, vegetables, beans nuts, healthy grains, fish, olive oil, and small amounts of meat and dairy, and red wine
  3. 3. An important nerve chemical in the brain
  4. 4. One of the best natural sources of vitamin A (beta-carotene)
  5. 9. Another name for canola oil
  6. 10. New study suggests omega-3 __________ may improve attentive behavior in children with ADHD (2 wds)
  7. 12. A flower from the Mediterranean region, assists the body in eliminating unwanted toxins by supporting liver health