Dr. Majid Fotuhi
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There's no harm in those diets for the brain.
It's controversy because people have different genetic makeup.
And while a keto diet may work well for one person, it may not be ideal for another person.
So that's my approach to eating.
Don't eat junk food.
and everything else is good.
Salmon, sardines, and several other fish are high in omega-3 fatty acids.
Omega-3 fatty acids, the best supplement for the brain,
you need about 1,000 to 1,200 milligram of DHA EPA per day.
And then when you eat a piece of salmon, you may get 300 milligram or 400 milligram.
Flaxseed may have 40 milligram, 50 milligram.
And in general, I recommend omega-3 fatty acid supplements at a dose of 1,000 milligram per day.
This is what I take myself.
Other than that, I don't recommend any other supplements.
There are many, there are at least a thousand supplements with claims that it helps the brain, and I'm sure they do.
But why would I take supplements when I can take a lot of fruits and vegetables?
Absolutely right.
The omega-3 index levels of eight or higher are better.
And you can definitely easily check your omega-3 indexes.
It's readily available in many places.