{"id":97,"date":"2025-01-06T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.howardhead.org\/news\/nutrition-for-concussion-recovery-fueling-the-brain\/"},"modified":"2025-01-06T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T00:00:00","slug":"nutrition-for-concussion-recovery-fueling-the-brain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.howardhead.org\/es\/news\/nutrition-for-concussion-recovery-fueling-the-brain\/","title":{"rendered":"Nutrici\u00f3n para la recuperaci\u00f3n de conmociones cerebrales: Alimenta tu cerebro"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ski and snowboard injuries seem to be part of the sport and are sometimes considered a badge of honor. However, a blow to the head that results in concussion can be very serious, and when it comes to brain injury, the recovery process is critical. Although most concussions symptoms will resolve in about three weeks, seeing a concussion specialist can help to both manage symptoms and return to activity more quickly and safely. For those under 18 years old, supervision of a healthcare specialist is required to return to sport safely and for full recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n

Post-concussion, the brain needs rest, pain relief, hydration and proper nutrition. While recovery from a concussion is dynamic, eating the right nutrients can accelerate recovery times and help relieve post-injury brain fog.<\/p>\n\n\n

The brain uses 20% of your daily calories for energy, and after a concussion, this can increase to 40%. Since symptoms like nausea and a reduced appetite are common, focusing on small, frequent meals and calorie-dense foods is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n

The following are key nutrients for recovery:<\/p>\n\n\n