@IWeatherON Yous are crying about Ontario weather and yeah try chilling it out in Alberta and yeah it gets some deep freezes over here anyways... And lots of snow ❄️🌨️❄️ too
Minerals and the brain: how micronutrients shape neurological function
Minerals are often overlooked in discussions of brain health, yet they are fundamental to how neurons fire, communicate, and recover from stress. Each mineral plays a distinct biochemical role in neurotransmission, neuroplasticity, and antioxidant defense. Even mild deficiencies can alter mood, cognition, and mental resilience.
1️⃣ Chromium
Chromium helps restore insulin sensitivity in the brain through GLUT-4 transporters and supports amino acid delivery for neurotransmitter synthesis. It also modulates serotonin receptor sensitivity, influencing appetite and mood regulation.
🟢 Example: Chromium picolinate has been studied for improving carbohydrate cravings and mood balance in individuals with atypical depression.
2️⃣ Copper
Copper works with zinc to regulate synaptic signaling and enzyme activity. It influences the excitatory and inhibitory balance in the brain by modulating GABA function.
🟢 Example: Both copper excess and deficiency have been linked to anxiety and learning difficulties due to altered neurotransmitter regulation.
3️⃣ Iodine
Iodine supports the synthesis and activation of thyroid hormones, which control energy metabolism and brain development.
🟢 Example: Inadequate iodine intake during pregnancy remains one of the leading preventable causes of cognitive impairment worldwide.
4️⃣ Iron
Iron is required for dopamine and serotonin synthesis, brain myelination, and GABA balance.
🟢 Example: Low ferritin levels are associated with fatigue, poor concentration, and restless legs syndrome, all of which often improve once iron is replenished.
5️⃣ Lithium
Lithium promotes neuroplasticity by stimulating the release of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and stabilizing neuronal signaling. It modulates multiple neurotransmitter systems and intracellular pathways that support mood regulation.
🟢 Example: Trace lithium exposure in drinking water has been associated with lower rates of mood disorders and cognitive decline in population studies.
6️⃣ Magnesium
Magnesium regulates neuronal excitability by blocking NMDA receptors and mediates the body’s stress response through the HPA axis.
🟢 Example: Magnesium supplementation has been shown to reduce anxiety, improve sleep quality, and enhance recovery from chronic stress.
7️⃣ Selenium
Selenium is a key component of antioxidant enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase and helps regulate inflammation and immune balance in the brain.
🟢 Example: Low selenium status is linked with higher rates of depression and cognitive decline, likely due to impaired antioxidant defense.
8️⃣ Zinc
Zinc enhances BDNF gene expression, supports immune-neural communication, and modulates GABA receptor activity.
🟢 Example: Zinc deficiency is common in depression, and supplementation has been shown to improve treatment outcomes when combined with antidepressant therapy.
Minerals act as the brain’s chemical regulators, coordinating energy metabolism, neurotransmitter balance, and resilience to oxidative and emotional stress. Optimal levels of elements such as iron, zinc, magnesium, selenium, and chromium help sustain the brain’s electrical and metabolic stability, keeping it alert, adaptive, and protected
@otokyo__ Who cares about family with some people really and it's up to the worker really but they'd probably end up wasting time with junk they don't want anyways... And annoying family members too.
@Matt_Pinner Nuts. Roots. Seeds. Herbs. Spices. Sometimes blueberries last forever too. Pinecones. Bones because of mummies that are uncovered and definitely bones.
@BarbaraOneillAU Zinc is also good for any skin sores and the Pancreas really but with a lot of water too. That's why it's in baby bum cream along with other components too. It can also help to strengthen hair while lowering sugar intake. It is possible to overdose on Zinc & water is recommended.
@WebMD Numbing sensations can also be indications of the heart too & putting feet above the heart in 20 minute length durations can also help get some blood flow pressure working properly too & change of Diet adding heart friendly foods & increasing water.
@WebMD Garlic in all stages 🧄 is another great root to help with any numbing sensations too since it detaches bacteria from cell walls but is also Sulfuric which can cause intense dryness & Turmeric is recommended to help with whatever dryness including lots of water.
@WebMD Numbness sensation can also indicate some other issues including Cancer, high lipids &/or triglycerides & issues with the heart either. If it's Cancer symptoms & Avacodos are great to start with to add to the Diet being that it kills mitochondria within the cells & Plasmapheresis
@OrganicLiveFood Be careful with Chia seeds & too much isn't healthy at all. Chia seeds also reduce body Thermodynamics & can make a person feel cold. 🌶️ helps to counteract the Thermodynamic Homeostasis temps. Chia seeds are a great diuretic but can also cause diarrhea & dry scaley skin feet.
@NutrioSci Vitamin E (Turmeric) actually creates tissue elasticity to help with scars & avoid stretch marks. Other chemical combinations can also help with tissue repair including extractions from within some particular leaves, but like anything, in increments. It also helps with Cartilage
@cooltechtipz Salts help to activate electrolytes to better other Neuro & DNA functions. Headaches are usually an indication of low salt intake if it's not from improper prescription eye glasses or any other TBI issues. Salt also retains water & with proper water intake helps kidney function.
@cooltechtipz Vitamin D3 can be constipating too though, which can also be toxic with not releasing the crap properly. If tampering with D3, extra Iron is recommended (Chocolate Milk, Spinach).
@williamwallace B9, Folate, is for the brain mostly to avoid early retardation or signs involved with any TBI, dementia, ahlzeimers, & any type of facial injury either (braces can eventually cause septum deviation which is also a form of TBI) which some people severely need really. Multi grains