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Alternative Nutritional Methods to Support Brain Healing after TBI

The brain is a more critical & complex organ in the body that controls all psychological and other main functions of the human body. Any harm to our head could cause brain injury that can be mild to dreadful and even could lead to death. According to research, around 5.3 million Americans have disability issue due to brain injury.

Traumatic Brain Injury Healing


Traumatic brain injury or concussion is one of the brain injuries that affect the body's cognitive functions but we can heal the brain naturally after concussion. It happens when we get a sudden jerk or blow to our head or any physical object hits our head violently.
Common side effects that occur after brain damage are:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Aggression
  • Dizziness
  • Sleeping Problems
  • Memory loss
  • Exhaustion
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Concentration Problem
  • Blurred Vision
  • Weight Loss

We can cope with these neurological & physical symptoms with natural healing methods & practices. However, if we don't take care of our bodies properly after brain damage, traumatic brain injury may have more severe side effects on the human body and become the reason for disability & death. Studies on brain injury patients indicated, nutrition plays a very important role in promoting brain health & has positive effects on the recovery of TBI. So, in this blog, we will discuss different nutrients that help in supporting brain healing after brain injury.

  1. Anti-Oxidants

    Different fruits such as blueberry, cranberries, and pomegranate are considered healing fruits for brain injury patients because of their high levels of antioxidants which help to protect the brain from more damage.

    Antioxidant-rich foods support brain healing by reducing inflammation and reduce cognitive impairment.

  2. Vitamin B & D

    For enhancing brain health & wellness, a strong & healthy body is demanded. And for body fitness, a well-balanced & nutritious diet is mandatory, which includes vegetables, fruits, vitamins, minerals, etc.

    Vitamins B and D are crucial nutrients that play an important role in neurological and psychological health but B12 & vitamin D are effective to cope with TBI's symptoms of fatigue and memory problems.

    One should add legumes, salmon, and yogurt to their diet as a great source of vitamins B2, B5, B12, and B9 for brain wellness.

  3. Herbal Teas

    For brain healing, herbal tea is the best alternative way recommended by holistic doctors to relax the nervous system, decrease discomfort, and enhance cognitive wellness. Four types of teas are effective for post-TBI side effects

    • Ginger Tea

      Ginger tea is helpful to boost brain health & helps to reduces nausea, anxiety, and inflammation.

    • Lemon Balm

      To ward off anxiety & depression, lemon balm, which is a form of complementary & alternative medicine is used. Helpful for digestion problems & memory issues as well.

    • Passion-Flower Tea

      Passion-flower tea is considered a relaxation tea for the brain to control stress & anxiety for better sleep.

    • Sage Tea

      This is helpful to increase brain power, memory, concentration, and calmness.

  4. Whole Grains

    After brain injury, the patients feel Fatigue & exhaustion all time. Their body needs more energy to cope with traumatic brain injury.

    Whole grains such as brown rice, bread, and whole-grain pasta are the best nutrients for improving tiredness & memory as they are rich in K vitamin.

  5. Green Veggies

    Spinach, lettuce, and broccoli have beneficial effects on cognitive function improvement. Holistic health practitioners believe green leafy vegetables are good sources of antioxidants, minerals, and other vitamins that TBI patients need for brain healing.

  6. Zinc & Magnesium

    Memory loss is an early symptom that TBI survivors may undergo after injury. To cope with short-term and long-term memory loss, zinc & magnesium are considered significant nutrients because of their neuroprotective benefits in brain injury support.

    Dark chocolate and red meat contain rich amounts of zinc & magnesium, one should consume these foods to enhance their brain power naturally.

  7. Extra Virgin Olive-Oil

    TBI patients should add extra virgin olive oil to their diet because it has anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects which help them for decreasing stress & depression levels and their effects on the brain. It increases brain-stimulating chemicals that improve brain health by repairing brain cells.

  8. Omega-3 Fatty Acids

    Fish and nuts are enriched with ω-3 fatty acids which support brain healing. Consuming these nutrients can help to minimize the chance of Alzheimer's disease, and improve cognitive impairment & brain-cell communication. Also helpful to get rid of depression.

  9. Avocados

    By adding avocados to their diet, patients can reduce cognitive decline and promote brain healing.
    One should eliminate salty & sugary foods from their diet for faster brain recovery & to lessen the risk of other diseases due to brain injury.

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