Food For Thought

When running a wellness destination or activity, it’s important to consider a holistic, 360-degree approach.

For instance, do you couple yoga and mindfulness with food that makes your guests feel sluggish? Or do you take care to offer food that allows them to continue their health-conscious journey, feeling nourished and revitalized?

A hot topic for its untapped potential, delving into the captivating subject of brain health and harnessing this within your business can make all the difference when it comes to giving your customers an unparalleled experience.

Specifically, when it comes to keeping the brain healthy and boosting mental energy, nutrition is key.

From avoiding those late-afternoon slumps to minimising brain fog, it’s worth considering how you might feature the following foods on your thoughtfully curated menus...

Some of the foods that can keep your guests happy and healthy include:

Whole grains

Whole grains provide the brain with a steady supply of energy, which is released into the bloodstream gradually.

If your guests eat whole grains in the morning, they can maintain mental energy and alertness throughout the day and avoid the energy spikes and crashes that are more likely to occur after eating refined carbs.

Protein Sources

Eating plenty of protein also supports mental energy and a healthy mind. The brain uses amino acids derived from protein to produce brain chemicals. One of these is tyrosine, which helps to create dopamine and can boost mental alertness and energy.

Healthy Fats

Fat has significant benefits for brain health too. The brain is around 60% fat and crucially, around half of this is omega-3 fat. This essential fatty acid improves blood flow to the brain and can boost cognitive health, as well as increasing mental energy.

Fatty fish is a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids. Healthy fats such as avocado and extra virgin olive oil also provide an energy boost from vitamin B5 and antioxidants.

Foods That Contain Antioxidants

Antioxidants reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, both of which can contribute to brain ageing and a decline in mental energy. Berries and beets are rich in antioxidants, as is olive oil.

Adapting your food offering can be an exciting way to differentiate your wellness destination, at the same time as aligning your values with those championed by holistic health practitioners.

Attending events such as Synergy – The Retreat Show is the perfect way to network with other wellness specialists, as well as stay in the loop with the latest research and product trends in this fascinating field.