The Amazing Body Systems:

The System functions:

The nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, sensory organs and all of the nerves that connect these organs with the rest of the body. Together, these organs are responsible for the control of the body and communication among all its parts.

Central Nervous System (CNS)

Consists of the brain and spinal cord and is known as the control center where information is evaluated and decisions are made.

Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

Made up of sensory nerves and sense organs which monitor conditions inside and outside of the body and send information to the central nervous system.

Somatic Nervous System (SNS)

Responsible for stimulating skeletal muscles in the body. This is the only consciously controlled part of the PNS.

Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

Controls subconscious effectors such as visceral muscle tissue, cardiac muscle tissue and glandular tissue.

Sympathetic: Triggers “fight-or-flight” responses.

Parasympathetic: Triggers “rest-and-digest” responses.

Associated organs:

Brain, spinal cord, complex network of nerves and sensory organs including the eyes, ears and taste buds.

What you can do to help support a healthy Brain, Nervous and Sensory System:

Recommended Dietary Supplements:

Adaptuit, Adaptuit Sleep, Energy Now!, Essential D, Nerve Formula, NeuroShine, Omega3 Prime, Slow Dissolve B-12 or Super B-12, VisionGuard.

Amazon Herb Supplements:

Recovery, Rejuvenate, Serenity.

Essential Vitamins & Minerals:

Choline, Vitamin A, Vitamin B Complex: B1 (Thiamine), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), B5 (Pantothenic Acid), B6 (Pyridoxine), B7 (Biotin), B9 (Folic Acid), B12 (Cyanocobalamin), Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Vitamin K.

Foods to include:

Be sure to do your best to shop organic, grass-fed, free-range, unprocessed and low sodium.

Daily recommendations: 8–12oz of lean protein.

Fruits
Vegetables
Protein/Dairy
Nuts & Seeds
Miscellaneous

Foods you should avoid or limit:

Do your best to read the labels on packaged food. If the names are too hard to pronounce, they are likely chemical-based ingredients and not very good for you.

Processed and high-sodium foods such as cured ham, bacon, sausage, potato chips.
Foods with all-purpose flour (pizza, bagels, pretzels, white bread, flour tortillas).
Foods containing artificial sweeteners such as sucralose in yogurt, cereal, muffins, microwave popcorn.
Beware of “reduced sugar” labels which often hide artificial sweeteners.

Artificial sweeteners you should try to avoid:

Aspartame, Acesulfame, Sucralose, Saccharin, Splenda, Sweet’N Low, Xylitol.

Recommended activities:

Physical activity is essential for good health. New studies show even 15 minutes of elevated heart rate from activity has numerous benefits.

CARDIO: Biking, Hiking, Walking, Running, Swimming, Dancing, Zumba.

STRENGTH: Weight Training, Pilates, Vigorous Yoga, P90X, CrossFit, Barre.

FLEXIBILITY: Yoga and Stretching.