These are the foods to be given to those suffering from Traumatic brain injury
Posted on: 07/Apr/2018 9:56:26 AM
Brain is very important organ present in us. This brain serves as the centre of the nervous system and is the most complex organ is known.
It is worthy to note that when brain is hit by a violent force or any jolt to the head then traumatic brain injury is caused. Some of the symptoms of this traumatic brain injury are loss of consciousness, headache plus others like speech problems, dizziness etc are also observed. In some cases of severe brain injury the different symptoms that are observed are persistent headaches, vomiting, convulsions etc.
The below mentioned foods can be given to those who suffer from this traumatic brain injury.
Foods having omega 3 fatty acids - Fishes such as mackerel, salmon, sardines etc are rich in omega 3 fatty acids. These fishes could be given to those having traumatic brain injury as these fish based foods help in cognition, recovery of neurons etc.
Vitamin E based foods - It must be noted that vitamin E has got ability to maintain neuronal health and it improves neurological performance. Foods such as nuts, spinach, olive oils etc rich in this vitamin E could be given to those having traumatic brain injury.
Turmeric - Curcumin is present in this turmeric is known. It is said that curcumin enhance the recovery events after the traumatic injury. Turmeric also protects the brain from lipid per-oxidation etc.
Foods rich in Choline - Choline rich foods like eggs, dairy foods, soaked nuts etc could be given to those patients having traumatic brain injuries. It is said that choline improves the activity of the nervous system, promotes structural integrity of cell membranes etc.
Foods rich in vitamin B12 - Vitamin B12 rich foods like milk, eggs, meat etc keeps body nerve plus blood cells healthy. It forms an outer coating and protects the nerve cells. These foods could be given to those with traumatic brain injuries. Nerve damage and impaired nerve function could be repaired by this vitamin B12 in our diet
Foods with manganese content - Foods such as whole grains, leafy vegetables, nuts etc have high manganese content and these foods are superb for those suffering from traumatic brain injuries.
Zinc content rich foods - Foods like pumpkin seeds, beef, mutton etc have high zinc content and they could be superb for the patients with traumatic brain injuries. Zinc helps in brain tubulin growth and plays great role in axonal and synaptic transmission.
