The Omega Protocol for Concussions and Brain Health
Learn about the role of Omega fatty acids and their importance and role of brain function specifically when an athlete has a concussion
Michael Lewis MD, MPH, MBA, FACPM
What you will learn in this course:
- The brain needs to be saturated with high doses of omega-3s in order for the brain to have the opportunity to heal, even years after an injury.
- Omega-3s are not a drug and not a cure.
- Omegas may have a positive impact on neuroprotection of brain cells, neuroinflammation, and neuroregeneration.
- There is no downside to providing optimal levels of nutrition in order to give an athlete the best opportunity to return to prior level of function as quickly as possible.
- The Omega Protocol found on the website << http://www.brainhealtheducation.org/omega-3-protocol/ >> begins with fifteen (15) capsules a day divided into three doses of five (5) capsules (or liquid equivalent).
2 Credit Hour as Approved by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
CDR Performance Indicators: 1.1, 1.4, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 6.2, 6.3, 7.1, 8.2, 9.1, 9.4, 9.6, 10.1, 10.4, 11.1, 11.4
CDR Learning Codes: 2020, 2070, 2090, 2100, 2110, 3000, 3010, 3020, 3040,3060, 3070, 3100, 4060, 4170, 5000, 5005, 5020, 5080, 5090, 5170, 5285, 7130, 9020, 9030
CSSD Exam Competencies addressed:
- Analyze and interpret available data in the context of enhancing athletic performance and health.
- Explain how energy is stored in skeletal muscle and other tissues.
- Explain the use of fat during exercise training, competition, and recovery.
- Describe the potential risks of excessive vitamin and mineral supplementation on health and performance.
- Describe antioxidant function in relation to exercise, recovery, and long-term training adaptations.
- Describe the efficacy of vitamin and mineral supplementation on health and performance
- Evaluate special issues related to fat intake, fat storage, and health.
- Evaluate effects of inadequate vitamin and mineral status on health and performance.
- Discuss the risks of hyponatremia on training and performance.
- Evaluate supplements and ergogenic aids using evidence-based analyses (e.g.,effectiveness, quality control, safety, and legality).
- Evaluate dietary supplement use.
- Advise clients regarding supplements and ergogenic aids using evidence-based analyses (e.g., effectiveness, quality control, safety, and legality).
- Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations of athletic governing bodies regarding banned drugs and restricted substances.
- Estimate total energy expenditure in active individuals and special populations
- Design nutrition strategies for individuals and/or groups for recovery from sports injuries or overtraining.
- Apply behavior modification coaching and counseling techniques.
- Design nutrition strategies for active individuals with acute or chronic illness and/or injury.
- Design nutrition strategies for active children, adolescents, and young adults.
The Omega Protocol for Concussions and Brain Health
Learn about the role of Omega fatty acids and their importance and role of brain function specifically when an athlete has a concussion
Michael Lewis MD, MPH, MBA, FACPM
What you will learn in this course:
- The brain needs to be saturated with high doses of omega-3s in order for the brain to have the opportunity to heal, even years after an injury.
- Omega-3s are not a drug and not a cure.
- Omegas may have a positive impact on neuroprotection of brain cells, neuroinflammation, and neuroregeneration.
- There is no downside to providing optimal levels of nutrition in order to give an athlete the best opportunity to return to prior level of function as quickly as possible.
- The Omega Protocol found on the website << http://www.brainhealtheducation.org/omega-3-protocol/ >> begins with fifteen (15) capsules a day divided into three doses of five (5) capsules (or liquid equivalent).
2 Credit Hour as Approved by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
CDR Performance Indicators: 1.1, 1.4, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 6.2, 6.3, 7.1, 8.2, 9.1, 9.4, 9.6, 10.1, 10.4, 11.1, 11.4
CDR Learning Codes: 2020, 2070, 2090, 2100, 2110, 3000, 3010, 3020, 3040,3060, 3070, 3100, 4060, 4170, 5000, 5005, 5020, 5080, 5090, 5170, 5285, 7130, 9020, 9030
CSSD Exam Competencies addressed:
- Analyze and interpret available data in the context of enhancing athletic performance and health.
- Explain how energy is stored in skeletal muscle and other tissues.
- Explain the use of fat during exercise training, competition, and recovery.
- Describe the potential risks of excessive vitamin and mineral supplementation on health and performance.
- Describe antioxidant function in relation to exercise, recovery, and long-term training adaptations.
- Describe the efficacy of vitamin and mineral supplementation on health and performance
- Evaluate special issues related to fat intake, fat storage, and health.
- Evaluate effects of inadequate vitamin and mineral status on health and performance.
- Discuss the risks of hyponatremia on training and performance.
- Evaluate supplements and ergogenic aids using evidence-based analyses (e.g.,effectiveness, quality control, safety, and legality).
- Evaluate dietary supplement use.
- Advise clients regarding supplements and ergogenic aids using evidence-based analyses (e.g., effectiveness, quality control, safety, and legality).
- Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations of athletic governing bodies regarding banned drugs and restricted substances.
- Estimate total energy expenditure in active individuals and special populations
- Design nutrition strategies for individuals and/or groups for recovery from sports injuries or overtraining.
- Apply behavior modification coaching and counseling techniques.
- Design nutrition strategies for active individuals with acute or chronic illness and/or injury.
- Design nutrition strategies for active children, adolescents, and young adults.