SAVE YOUR BRAIN

A BRAIN'S PLEA by Dr. Farhana

Shaheen

This is a Brain's humble Plea

This is a Brain's humble Plea"O’ Please, please take good care of Me" I am the most powerful organ of your bodyI send it messages- to work activelyI wish you all could realize The way you are rotting me

If you want me to survive- and work effectively

I need to live in a world-Pollution Free Not only smoking is bad for your health But it is also hazardous to me

Drugs, alcohol, even stress and obesity Are the main factors that are killing meAmong all the diseases regarding “Brain”Alzheimer is my worst enemy---Alzheimer's disease leads to nerve cell death---And tissue loss, so the brain shrinks dramaticallyOrganic Olive Oil, Coconut Oil and Hempseed OilI recommend to take, 1-2 tablespoons dailyAll contain brain healthy fats, fibers, and proteinsHence they are all really essential for me

I even get sick due to Noise pollution So, reduce the sound of music and TV Video games have a bad reputation--- For wasting your time- causing brain’s rot

regularlyBut there are some- to strengthen your mind-Like “The Big Brain Academy”

Instead of playing fierce games like GTA (Grand Theft Auto)

Why don't you go for "Lumosity" These are the "Brain Games" to improve my

performanceThey build me up, and sharpen mePlay Games like Chess, Scrabble, and SudokuUsing now new technology

READ

Even Reading brings minds to lifeIt gives you knowledge and increases my

abilityLearning to speak a new language is a

powerful wayTo give the mind a stretch, if you agree 

Decide to learn one new word, a day……Merely to expand your mind and

vocabulary

(It is true that Islam not only encourages but also requires man to seek knowledge and live in the light of learning. Our Prophets are the sources of divine knowledge, and the first divine revelation to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) begins with the word “IQRA” meaning “READ”.

Chapter:96 Surah Al-Alaq)

Remember to keep your body strong If you want Me to be healthy Instead of taking lots of pills (for sickness) Why don't you go for "Allah's Pharmacy"

Berries of all sort are good for meBut top among all is BlueberryAll nuts, especially Walnuts, and Almonds These brain foods work best for meIf you want me to function well Avocados are rich in good fat and vitamin E

Oh Please! Give up the Colas, and all soft drinks

And Go for fresh juices, full of Vitamin CIn case you need an Energy drink---Go for the "Miracle Juice ABC"The A stands for Apple, B for BeetrootC is for Carrot- blend, drink, and energize me

Drink plenty of water, which is 85% of my weight

Detoxify your body, to keep Me healthyAdd apple slices in water (2 liter), with a

cinnamon stick-Drink daily-to rinse your body, thoroughly

Eating the right morning meal---Can have a big impact on brainpower-

Believe meA good breakfast- gives you a better startNuts, milk, and fresh fruit are great ways to

feed MeIf you really need a quick mood-boost Then dark chocolate (1 ounce) is especially

effective for me

A flavonoid found in cocoa beans--- Helps in the formation of long-term memoryEpi: an edible, natural chemical---Associated with neural performance and

memory--- Is found in Cocoa beans, Blueberry and

Green TeaCaffeine in Coffee may make you feel awake

---But it can harm Me a lot, if consumed

regularly

Adenosine is a chemical that the brain releases

When the body needs to slow down nerve cell activity

It is a natural sedative that reminds us-we need to rest (or sleep)---

When we consume caffeine, it blocks adenosine---

---and tricks the body, which is bad for Me

Cardiovascular exercise improves blood flow to the brain

So plan the workouts to exercise daily'Green' exercise quickly boosts mental healthSo search for the places with lot of greenery

And remember---Your brain needs rest to operate at its peak So a good night's sleep is essential for Me

There you have it!  I have just given you few very practical ways to sharpen your mind.  These suggestions will have your brain back in tip-top shape in no time.  Why are you waiting?  It is time to get started- exercising your mental muscles!

So---- GET STARTED FROM TODAY- AND SAVE ME-

Yours truly, THE BRAIN

By---------------------------------Dr. Farhana Shaheen