Ultra-processed foods may increase depression risk, long-term study shows

Ultra-processed foods are a common component of many people’s diets. Although the definition varies, they are generally industrially produced foods that contain ingredients not found in the typical home kitchen. Recently, research has raised concerns about the health effects of a diet high in ultra-processed foods. Now, a large Australian study has found that [...]

By |2023-07-11T08:57:48-07:00July 21st, 2023|

Lack of Vitamin D and Depression

Researchers have found that many people who have depression also have low circulating levels of vitamin D in their blood, so is it possible that the two factors are related? Read this article to learn more. Additional Information Docosahexaenoic acid dietary supplementation enhances the effects of exercise on synaptic plasticity and cognition Exercise contributes to [...]

By |2022-02-09T11:03:02-07:00February 16th, 2022|

Feeding Your Brain: How Nutrition Actually Affects Your Mental Health

Did you know that diet can play a crucial role in mental health? According to Harvard Health, "Like an expensive car, your brain functions best when it gets only premium fuel. Eating high-quality foods that contain lots of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants nourishes the brain and protects it from oxidative stress — the "waste" (free [...]

By |2022-02-09T10:49:29-07:00February 10th, 2022|
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