Podcast Episode 39. Eating for Better Mental Health

Perhaps my favorite benefit of eating plants is how they boost mental and emotional health. Today, we dig into the research to understand why that is, what you can do to increase your own sense of well-being.

I do want to acknowledge that mental illness, depression and anxiety are complex and are the sum of many factors.

Food choices are certainly not the only one, however, they are easily overlooked and have tremendous potential for bringing about lasting improvement.

 

39. Eating for Better Mental Health

Perhaps my favorite benefit of eating plants is how they boost mental and emotional health. Today, we dig into the research to understand why that is, what you can do to increase your own sense of well-being. I do want to acknowledge that mental illness, depression and anxiety are complex and are the sum of many factors.

Fruits and Vegetables Put to the Test for Boosting Mood

Anti-inflammatory Diets for Depression

The Exogenous Endotoxin Theory

How to Boost Brain BDNF Levels for Depression Treatment