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After watching the video on GERD, list the potential consequences of GERD.
Understanding GERD (GERD #1)
Find out how fat supports brain function and protects nerves by visiting the following website: http://www.fi.edu/learn/brain/fats.html. Now look at these other websites to see how too much of the wrong kind of fats may be bad for the brain, while other types of fat are good for the brain.
http://archneur.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/full/60/2/194
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/12/071210163251.htm
http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20070418/omeg-3-fatty-acid-slows-alzheimers.
Discuss how a balanced fat intake that contains “good fats” helps optimize brain function and prevent diseases such as Alzheimer’s.