About this episode

This episode explores the connection between food, inflammation, and cognitive function, discussing how nutrition impacts brain health and memory.

Can food really support memory, focus, and long-term brain health? In this episode of the Harmony With Food Show, Meg Marie O’Rourke explores the connection between inflammation, nutrition, gut health, and cognitive function. From brain fog and fatigue to dementia risk and omega imbalances, this episode breaks down the science behind how food and inflammation may be impacting your brain every single day. Meg discusses the growing research surrounding ultra-processed foods, chronic inflammation, omega-3 fatty acids, micronutrient deficiencies, and the gut-brain connection while explaining why a personalized “test, don’t guess” approach matters when it comes to memory and cognitive health. In This Episode: The connection between inflammation and memory loss How gut health impacts brain function and focus Foods that support cognitive function naturally Why omega-3 and omega-6 balance matters The truth about fish oil and brain supplements Brain fog, fatigue, and hidden inflammation How ultra-processed foods may increase dementia risk Why personalized nutrition testing matters The role of antioxidants, berries, mushrooms, walnuts, and leafy greens How stress, sleep, and blood sugar…

People in this episode

Host: Meg Marie O’Rourke

Topics covered

• Brain health
• Memory support
• Cognitive function
• Functional nutrition
• Inflammation
• Dementia prevention
• Gut-brain connection

Keywords

• brain health
• cognitive function
• nutrition
• inflammation
• omega-3
• gut health
• memory support
• micronutrient deficiencies
• ultra-processed foods

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harmony With Food

Products: omega-3 fatty acids, fish oil, brain supplements, antioxidants, berries, mushrooms, walnuts, leafy greens

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