Maintaining a healthy balance between LDL and HDL is key to cardiovascular health
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA/DHA) Dose: 24 grams/day Why: Reduce neuroinflammation, promote repair of damaged neuronal membranes Clinical Note: Especially helpful for athletes or students recovering from sports-related concussion Creatine Monohydrate Dose: 1020 grams/day, split into 24 doses Why: Boosts brain energy and mitochondrial functionespecially important in the early stages of recovery Bonus: Also supports muscle recovery, making it useful for active individuals Magnesium Dose: ~400 mg/day Why: Supports neurotransmitter regulation and better sleep, both of which are critical during concussion recovery Pro Tip: Ask your physical therapist which form of magnesium is best for your symptoms Vitamin D Dose: 2,0005,000 IU/day Why: May support vestibular system and reduce long-term post-concussion symptoms Citicoline (Choline) Dose: 12 grams/day Why: Aids in brain cell membrane repair and memory function Other Nutrients That May Help With Concussion Recovery Vitamin E Protects brain cells from oxidative stress Riboflavin (B2) May reduce headache frequency N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) Supports glutathione, your brains primary antioxidant Wild Blueberry Extract Improves cognitive function and memory Boswellia Serrata Anti-inflammatory plant compound BCAAs May help balance excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters after concussion Our Columbia-Based Approach to Concussion Recovery Concussion recovery isnt one-size-fits-all
So boundless, I guess it was like six years ago
Extreme restriction is unnecessary and often counterproductive, causing metabolic slowdown that persists beyond the protocol
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Reference: Cox, H., Miller, G., & Eichner, D
