Studies have shown that eating a healthier breakfast
boots up the brain much like you would boot up a computer with an energy source.
The brain prefers glucose as its
source of energy. Although other parts of the body can use fat, protein, or
carbohydrate for energy, the brain functions best with carbohydrate fuel. Due
to its rapid metabolism, the brain requires minute-to-minute glucose. Some even
say that carbohydrate (glucose source) is the only source of fuel that the
brain can use (it cannot burn fat). Glucose levels decline more during a period
of intense cognitive processing. Studies in all types of people have shown
improved mental ability following a carbohydrate meal. But what type of carbs?
Healthier ones, of course, Carbs that are eaten in as natural state as possible
and that are relatively low on the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load lists are
better for a Longevity Lifestyle.
(Nedley, Neil, M.D. Proof Positive; Brand-Miller,
Jennie, PhD, Thomas M. S. Wolever, MD, PhD, et al. The New Glucose Revolution)
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