43 docs tagged with "Inflammation"

Chronic inflammation and oxidative stress as one interconnected system; modifiable contributors to ADHD and neurocognitive symptom severity

How dietary fibre supports the microbiome, how tolerance develops, and why gradual exposure improves digestive regulation.

How the gut and brain communicate via neural, hormonal, and immune pathways, and why diet influences this bidirectional signalling.

A polyphenol-rich breakfast bowl with high fibre, combining ginger, omega-3 nuts, blueberry polyphenols, and probiotic yogurt.

Whole-wheat linguine with cockles in a silky emulsified sauce; Italian emulsification technique without cream, supporting taurine, B12, and choline intake.

Turmeric- and ginger-spiced lentil dish rich in fibre, folate, and polyphenols

A warming drink combining turmeric (curcumin) with milk/fat for enhanced curcumin absorption

Polyphenolic alkaloid; glycemic control; antimicrobial effects; microbiome modulation

Polysaccharides with immune-modulating properties found in mushrooms and other foods

Complex carbohydrates with immune-modulating and gut microbiome supporting properties

Neuroprotective carotenoid; vitamin A precursor; supports immune regulation and neuronal development

Neuroprotective carotenoid; accumulates in neural tissues and retina; supports cognitive performance

Neuroprotective carotenoid; found in tomatoes; absorption enhanced by cooking and dietary fat

Neuroprotective carotenoid; accumulates in neural tissues and retina; supports cognitive performance

Acetylcholine precursor; methyl donor; phospholipid synthesis for membranes

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant; bioavailability enhanced with piperine and fats

Polyphenol; antioxidant; gut barrier/LPS modulation; supports microbiome

Polyphenol; antioxidant; mitochondrial support; bioavailability improved with vitamin C

Soy isoflavone; ECS modulation via FAAH inhibition; anti-inflammatory/neuroprotective

Potent antioxidant polyphenol from extra-virgin olive oil; anti-inflammatory

Secoiridoid polyphenol in extra-virgin olive oil; NF-κB inhibition and anti-inflammatory effects

Major secoiridoid polyphenol in olive oil; oleuropein aglycone supports mitophagy, SIRT1, and AMPK activation

Mood and cognition support; sensitive to heat/light; culinary-first use

Most abundant SCFA supporting gut barrier integrity and immune regulation

Key SCFA supporting mitochondrial function, gut barrier integrity, and neuroinflammation reduction

SCFA supporting neuroinflammation reduction, blood-brain barrier protection, and neurotransmitter regulation

Microbial metabolites supporting gut barrier, immune tone, and brain function

Microbiome-derived metabolite from ellagitannins; supports mitochondrial resilience and mitophagy

Essential omega-3 precursor; limited conversion to DHA/EPA

Accounts for ~10–15% of total brain fatty acids, 20–30% of neuronal phospholipids (PE, PS), and >90% of brain omega-3 PUFA; critical for membrane fluidity, synaptic vesicle fusion, neurodevelopment

The "intermediate" between EPA ↔ DHA; important in vascular health, repair, and immune modulation

Potent anti-inflammatory; precursor to E-series resolvins; modulates dopamine and serotonin signalling

(EPA, DHA) Anti-inflammatory, membrane, and neuromodulatory lipids central to BRAIN Diet

Omega-6 PUFA; eicosanoid precursor; balance with omega-3s

Essential omega-6; precursor to arachidonic acid and eicosanoids

Cofactor in redox enzymes; dopamine β-hydroxylase; iron metabolism interplay

Cofactor in neurotransmission and antioxidant enzymes; dopamine modulation

Antioxidant; supports iron absorption; neuronal SVCT2 transport

Dietary strategies targeting inflammation, neurochemical balance, mitochondrial function, and gut-brain axis to support attention, focus, and executive function

Dietary interventions targeting mitochondrial function, oxidative stress, inflammation, and neurochemical balance to slow cognitive decline and support neuroprotection

Nutritional strategies targeting HPA axis regulation, stress response, neurochemical balance, and gut-brain communication to reduce anxiety and support emotional regulation

Nutritional approaches to support mood stability and cognitive function through modulation of neurotransmitter balance, mitochondrial health, and inflammatory pathways

Food-first dietary interventions targeting neurochemical balance, inflammation, gut-brain axis, and metabolic health to support mood regulation and emotional resilience