There is a strong connection between diet and emotions. The foods we eat can affect our mood, concentration, and energy levels through their impact on metabolism, hormones, and neurotransmitters in the brain. Experts recommend eating foods rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins, healthy fats and carbohydrates to support mental wellness. Specific foods are highlighted for their abilities to promote feelings of calmness, happiness, alertness and focus, as well as protect against anxiety and depression. Maintaining proper nutrition is an important part of mental health.
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The document provides tips and recommendations for managing menopause symptoms through diet and lifestyle changes. It suggests eating a high-fiber, low-sugar diet with lean proteins and soy foods to regulate blood sugar and mood. Specific foods mentioned include soy milk, edamame, wild yams, and avoiding alcohol and caffeine. It also recommends the SPT supplement Feminine Revitalizer to reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes and vaginal dryness through phytoestrogens.
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The document discusses the impact of nutrition on stress and brain function. It outlines several foods that can help reduce stress like magnesium, B vitamins, chromium, potassium, and omega-3 fatty acids which are found in nuts, seeds, fish, and dark leafy greens. It also discusses foods that can improve cognitive performance such as iron, caffeine, water, protein, omega-3s, and carbohydrates. Additionally, it mentions foods that could negatively impact brain function like excessive caffeine, sugar, and trans fats.
Here are the top 10 tips for a healthy heart according to the document:
1. Eat more fiber from foods like oats, beans, berries, oranges, and greens to help lower cholesterol and aid weight management.
2. Eat bananas and potatoes to get more potassium which is important for heart health.
3. Limit coffee intake to no more than 2 cups per day to avoid hardening arteries.
4. Eat beets which contain betanin to help prevent cholesterol clogging arteries.
5. Be mindful of having a dominant personality which is linked to higher heart disease risk.
6. Eat tomatoes and watermelon for lycopene which may lower cholesterol
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Balance Hormones Naturally with Holistic Nutrition. Sex hormones, stress hormones and blood sugar hormones all work together to promote wellness but when one system is off kilter, the other 2 will go crazy too. Get back to optimal health by learning to see the signs of imbalance and find the ways to correct those imbalance by utilizing holistic nutrition, supplementation and herbal remedies.
The document provides tips and recommendations for managing menopause symptoms through diet and lifestyle changes. It suggests eating a high-fiber, low-sugar diet with lean proteins and soy foods to regulate blood sugar and mood. Specific foods mentioned include soy milk, edamame, wild yams, and avoiding alcohol and caffeine. It also recommends the SPT supplement Feminine Revitalizer to reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes and vaginal dryness through phytoestrogens.
Flavonoids: Benefits for Total Health [INFOGRAPHIC]Food Insight
Flavonoids are a huge group of bioactives found in a variety
of foods. These bioactives contribute a wide range of benefits
to your health. Use the info below to learn how to get more of these flavonoids into your daily diet.
Hemp seeds provide many health benefits despite being related to cannabis. They are high in nutrients and fatty acids but contain only trace amounts of THC. Some key benefits of hemp seeds include reducing inflammation and joint pain, aiding weight loss by suppressing appetite, improving digestion by increasing fiber intake, and possessing anti-cancer properties by inhibiting tumor growth. Hemp seeds also support heart health by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.
The document discusses the impact of nutrition on stress and brain function. It outlines several foods that can help reduce stress like magnesium, B vitamins, chromium, potassium, and omega-3 fatty acids which are found in nuts, seeds, fish, and dark leafy greens. It also discusses foods that can improve cognitive performance such as iron, caffeine, water, protein, omega-3s, and carbohydrates. Additionally, it mentions foods that could negatively impact brain function like excessive caffeine, sugar, and trans fats.
Here are the top 10 tips for a healthy heart according to the document:
1. Eat more fiber from foods like oats, beans, berries, oranges, and greens to help lower cholesterol and aid weight management.
2. Eat bananas and potatoes to get more potassium which is important for heart health.
3. Limit coffee intake to no more than 2 cups per day to avoid hardening arteries.
4. Eat beets which contain betanin to help prevent cholesterol clogging arteries.
5. Be mindful of having a dominant personality which is linked to higher heart disease risk.
6. Eat tomatoes and watermelon for lycopene which may lower cholesterol
A loss of libido is common during menopause, affecting 20-40% of women. Psychological and physiological factors like mood, relationships, hormone fluctuations, and vaginal dryness can influence libido. Dietary changes including foods high in vitamins A, B2, B12, C, and minerals as well as lifestyle changes and exercises like Kegels may help boost libido. Alternative herbal supplements are also beneficial for some women in increasing libido during menopause in a natural way.
This document discusses 11 foods that can improve mood by boosting nutrients like B12, magnesium, anthocyanins, CLA, calcium, tryptophan, and omega-3s. These mood-boosting foods include mussels, Swiss chard, blue potatoes, grass-fed beef, dark chocolate, Greek yogurt, asparagus, honey, cherry tomatoes, eggs, and coconut. Eating these nutrient-dense whole foods can enhance neurotransmitters, reduce inflammation, and support thyroid and brain health to naturally lift mood.
This document discusses a stress management diet and lists various foods that can help reduce stress levels and related health issues. It recommends eating complex carbohydrates like whole grains, oranges and magnesium-rich foods. Fatty fish, nuts, seeds, avocados and black tea are also included. Simple carbs and caffeine are suggested to be limited. Regular exercise and herbal supplements like St. John's wort can further aid in stress relief.
Energy drinks contain large amounts of caffeine from 50-500 mg per serving as well as sugar. While manufacturers claim benefits of increased energy and performance, the risks of energy drinks include nervousness, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, seizures and even death from too much caffeine. Combining energy drinks with alcohol is especially dangerous as it masks the effects of alcohol leading to overconsumption and risks like dehydration. There is no evidence that other common ingredients like taurine and guarana provide health benefits and energy drinks are not regulated for safety.
The document discusses the role of omega-3 fatty acids in preventing coronary heart disease (CHD) among Indians. Indians are at high risk of developing CHD even with low traditional risk factors. The document notes that omega-3 fatty acids from foods like salmon, flaxseeds and walnuts can help lower triglycerides and reduce inflammation. It recommends including sources of both EPA and DHA in the diet for maximum cardiovascular benefits, through foods like fish and algae-derived supplements.
This document from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center provides information on omega-3 fatty acids. It defines omega-3 fatty acids and describes their main types: ALA, EPA, and DHA. Sources of each type are outlined. The roles of DHA in visual development and EPA/DHA in cardiovascular health are summarized. Studies on omega-3's relationships to coronary heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, inflammatory diseases, depression and other conditions are highlighted at a high level.
The document provides information on maintaining a healthy low phosphorus diet for those with kidney disease. It recommends checking nutrition labels for phosphorus content, reading ingredient lists to identify phosphate additives, and offers alternatives to common high-phosphorus foods and drinks. Tips are also provided on properly taking phosphate binder medications, including setting reminders, not skipping doses, and asking for help if the treatment plan is not working. High phosphorus levels are explained as potentially leading to bone disease, heart disease, and other complications over time.
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This article discusses 11 foods that can help lower cholesterol levels. It explains that foods high in soluble fiber, polyunsaturated fats, and plant sterols and stanols can help reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol. Some of the top foods recommended are oats, barley, beans, nuts, fatty fish, and foods fortified with plant sterols. The article advises creating a diverse portfolio of these cholesterol-lowering foods, along with plenty of fruits and vegetables, to see the best results. A largely plant-based diet focusing on these foods can significantly lower LDL, triglycerides, and blood pressure.
The document discusses the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress reduction for aging well. It claims that 70-90% of aging is related to lifestyle choices and notes several key nutrients often missing from modern diets, including glyconutrients, phytoestrogens, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It promotes specific supplement products like Ambrotose and antioxidants to provide these missing nutrients and support health, longevity, and reducing biological markers of aging.
The document discusses strategies for maintaining long-term brain health. It recommends controlling blood sugar and stress, staying hydrated, eating foods high in antioxidants like berries and dark chocolate, and taking supplements like omega-3, acetyl l-carnitine, and alpha lipoic acid. Adopting a healthy brain attitude by engaging in learning, stress reduction, and limiting negative behaviors can also support brain health over the long term.
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Certain foods can boost your mood and improve mental well-being without medication or therapy. Dark chocolate, walnuts, tuna, hot peppers, popcorn, eggs, salads, onions, and tea can all positively impact mood. Dark chocolate, walnuts, and hot peppers contain compounds that act as natural anti-depressants. Tuna is high in omega-3 fatty acids which reduce depression risk by 50%. Popcorn triggers serotonin production to prevent negative moods. Eggs contain folic acid shown to improve depression. Salads provide infection-fighting vitamins, and onions may lower blood pressure and clotting.
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The document discusses the benefits of eating fish, particularly during Lent. It states that fish is high in omega-3 fatty acids which can reduce the risk of heart disease, inflammation, and improve cognitive functioning. It provides recommendations from the USDA for weekly fish consumption. Finally, it provides a recipe for almond and lemon crusted fish.
A loss of libido is common during menopause, affecting 20-40% of women. Psychological and physiological factors like mood, relationships, hormone fluctuations, and vaginal dryness can influence libido. Dietary changes including foods high in vitamins A, B2, B12, C, and minerals as well as lifestyle changes and exercises like Kegels may help boost libido. Alternative herbal supplements are also beneficial for some women in increasing libido during menopause in a natural way.
This document discusses 11 foods that can improve mood by boosting nutrients like B12, magnesium, anthocyanins, CLA, calcium, tryptophan, and omega-3s. These mood-boosting foods include mussels, Swiss chard, blue potatoes, grass-fed beef, dark chocolate, Greek yogurt, asparagus, honey, cherry tomatoes, eggs, and coconut. Eating these nutrient-dense whole foods can enhance neurotransmitters, reduce inflammation, and support thyroid and brain health to naturally lift mood.
This document discusses a stress management diet and lists various foods that can help reduce stress levels and related health issues. It recommends eating complex carbohydrates like whole grains, oranges and magnesium-rich foods. Fatty fish, nuts, seeds, avocados and black tea are also included. Simple carbs and caffeine are suggested to be limited. Regular exercise and herbal supplements like St. John's wort can further aid in stress relief.
Energy drinks contain large amounts of caffeine from 50-500 mg per serving as well as sugar. While manufacturers claim benefits of increased energy and performance, the risks of energy drinks include nervousness, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, seizures and even death from too much caffeine. Combining energy drinks with alcohol is especially dangerous as it masks the effects of alcohol leading to overconsumption and risks like dehydration. There is no evidence that other common ingredients like taurine and guarana provide health benefits and energy drinks are not regulated for safety.
The document discusses the role of omega-3 fatty acids in preventing coronary heart disease (CHD) among Indians. Indians are at high risk of developing CHD even with low traditional risk factors. The document notes that omega-3 fatty acids from foods like salmon, flaxseeds and walnuts can help lower triglycerides and reduce inflammation. It recommends including sources of both EPA and DHA in the diet for maximum cardiovascular benefits, through foods like fish and algae-derived supplements.
This document from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center provides information on omega-3 fatty acids. It defines omega-3 fatty acids and describes their main types: ALA, EPA, and DHA. Sources of each type are outlined. The roles of DHA in visual development and EPA/DHA in cardiovascular health are summarized. Studies on omega-3's relationships to coronary heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, inflammatory diseases, depression and other conditions are highlighted at a high level.
The document provides information on maintaining a healthy low phosphorus diet for those with kidney disease. It recommends checking nutrition labels for phosphorus content, reading ingredient lists to identify phosphate additives, and offers alternatives to common high-phosphorus foods and drinks. Tips are also provided on properly taking phosphate binder medications, including setting reminders, not skipping doses, and asking for help if the treatment plan is not working. High phosphorus levels are explained as potentially leading to bone disease, heart disease, and other complications over time.
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This article discusses 11 foods that can help lower cholesterol levels. It explains that foods high in soluble fiber, polyunsaturated fats, and plant sterols and stanols can help reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol. Some of the top foods recommended are oats, barley, beans, nuts, fatty fish, and foods fortified with plant sterols. The article advises creating a diverse portfolio of these cholesterol-lowering foods, along with plenty of fruits and vegetables, to see the best results. A largely plant-based diet focusing on these foods can significantly lower LDL, triglycerides, and blood pressure.
The document discusses the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress reduction for aging well. It claims that 70-90% of aging is related to lifestyle choices and notes several key nutrients often missing from modern diets, including glyconutrients, phytoestrogens, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It promotes specific supplement products like Ambrotose and antioxidants to provide these missing nutrients and support health, longevity, and reducing biological markers of aging.
The document discusses strategies for maintaining long-term brain health. It recommends controlling blood sugar and stress, staying hydrated, eating foods high in antioxidants like berries and dark chocolate, and taking supplements like omega-3, acetyl l-carnitine, and alpha lipoic acid. Adopting a healthy brain attitude by engaging in learning, stress reduction, and limiting negative behaviors can also support brain health over the long term.
Learn how to eat healthy foods this holiday and the rest of your years. Eat foods that taste good and have no chemicals in them. Reap the benefits of a healthy/happy lifestyle.
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The document discusses optimizing brain chemistry through nutrition and supplements. It recommends eating a healthy diet high in protein and vegetables, and taking a multi-vitamin and fish oil supplement as foundations. It emphasizes improving gut health through probiotics, reducing food allergens like gluten and dairy, and addressing any gut pathogens. The document then discusses increasing specific inhibitory and excitatory neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, GABA and taurine through amino acid supplements, vitamins, herbs and other natural products.
Certain foods can boost your mood and improve mental well-being without medication or therapy. Dark chocolate, walnuts, tuna, hot peppers, popcorn, eggs, salads, onions, and tea can all positively impact mood. Dark chocolate, walnuts, and hot peppers contain compounds that act as natural anti-depressants. Tuna is high in omega-3 fatty acids which reduce depression risk by 50%. Popcorn triggers serotonin production to prevent negative moods. Eggs contain folic acid shown to improve depression. Salads provide infection-fighting vitamins, and onions may lower blood pressure and clotting.
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1. There is a dramatic connection between your diet and your emotions, say experts such as Patrick Holford, a London,
England–based nutritionist and the author of The Feel Good Factor: 10 Proven Ways to Boost Your Mood and Motivate
Yourself. “Food is a powerful tool that’s often overlooked in its effect on mental health.”
So, how does food influence our mood? It affects the body’s metabolism, hormones and neurotransmitters (mood
chemicals that are produced in the brain), and these in turn influence our emotions, concentration and energy,
according to Dr. Nishi Dhawan, who is co-founder (along with Dr. BalPawa) of the Westcoast Women’s Clinic in
Vancouver.
Proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins in foods work to keep our metabolism, hormones and neurotransmitters in
check, which also balances our moods. By contrast, consuming too much sugar, alcohol and caffeine can cause low
moods by bringing on an inflammatory response in the nervous system, says Dhawan.
There are foods that can help you achieve your desired moods. Here’s what to try:
The foods to eat to be calm and relaxed
Pumpkin seeds, leafy greens and almonds: Magnesium, found in pumpkin seeds and leafy greens, is a calming mineral
that gets depleted when we’re stressed. For people experiencing more than average stress, a study in Medical
Hypotheses suggests supplementing with 150 milligrams of magnesium a day to elevate moods. And to aid insleep,
snack on almonds and pumpkin seeds, which are both high in calming, sleep-enhancing gamma aminobutyric acid and
tryptophan.
The foods to eat to be happy
Asparagus, beans, peas, egg yolks, sunflower seeds, spinach, meat, fish and poultry: Load up on foods containing
folate (found in asparagus, beans, peas, egg yolks, sunflower seeds, spinach and liver), vitamin B6 (found in leafy greens
and seeds) and vitamin B12 (plentiful in fish, poultry and meat). These B vitamins work to keep homocysteine levels low.
Homocysteine is an amino acid produced by the body, and high levels can be a predictor of depression, especially in
women, according to a study published in Archives of General Psychiatry. The study found that having homocysteine
levels above 15 (normal is seven or lower) doubled the odds of women becoming depressed. Vitamin B6 aids the
adrenal glands in producing adrenalin, which controls your body’s fight-or-flight response to stress. (Stress also causes
our metabolism to use up more vitamin B stores.) A bonus: Vitamin B6 may also relieve PMS symptoms, says Dhawan.
Leafy greens, legumes, nuts and eggs: These types of foods are packed with vitamin B, which helps to create
neurotransmitters such as serotonin, which calms and reduces anxiety. Women are biochemically more prone to low
serotonin, says Holford. That’s because our bodies react to worry and anxiety more acutely than men’s, so greater
amounts of serotonin are required and, as a result, levels may become depleted. Holford also recommends taking a B12
supplement (after checking with your doctor, of course).
Onions, romaine lettuce and tomatoes: Chromium, found in these three foods, is essential for insulin production, which
regulates our blood sugar. Keeping blood sugar in balance is key to stable moods. Chromium also increases serotonin.
According to a 2003 study in Biological Psychiatry, if you’re often tired and prone to mood dips (also known as atypical
depression), but are not chronically depressed, chromium deficiency might be a factor. The study found that 70 percent
of people with atypical depression showed improvement after taking chromium supplements for eight weeks.
Fish, flaxseed and certain oils: The omega-3 fatty acids in fish, ground flaxseed, and hemp and avocado oils may relieve,
and protect against, depression. “Studies have shown you can predict a country’s rate of depression by its seafood
2. intake. And the more fish the population eats, the lower its suicide and homicide rates,” says Holford. Scientists at the
U.S. National Institutes of Health associated the increase in depression in North America during the last century with the
decline in consumption of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), found in omega-3 fatty acids. Our brains are 60 percent fat and
a substantial amount of that is “essential fat,” similar to that found in fish. These essential fats need to be replenished by
the foods we eat to help keep our emotions positive. As well, research has shown that vitamin D deficiency can cause
low moods, and oily fish is one of the highest sources of vitamin D, says Pawa.
Poultry, red meat, shellfish and whole grains: The amino acid tryptophan (found in shellfish, red meat and poultry)
helps to create serotonin. When tryptophan is low, we’re more prone to depression and anxiety. But be sure to eat
whole-grain carbohydrates, such as brown rice and quinoa, along with your protein to ensure you are able to properly
absorb the tryptophan.
The foods to eat for more energy
Spinach, bell peppers, clams and seafood: Deficiencies in iron and vitamin B12 can cause anemia, which contributes to
low energy. Boost your intake with proteins high in B12, such as clams, oysters, mussels, octopus and liver, and with
leafy greens including spinach. Since vitamin C aids in iron absorption, combine eating spinach with vitamin C–rich bell
peppers and tomatoes, recommends Pawa.
Eggs, lamb and lean beef: These all contain the amino acid tyrosine, which increases levels of the neurotransmitters
dopamine and norepinephrine—your “get-up-and-go” brain chemicals. “And adopting lifestyle habits such as getting
enough sleep, not skipping meals, having regular bowel movements and exercising are as important as food to increase
energy,” adds Bryce Wylde, a homeopathic doctor who runs an integrated medical centre in Toronto and is featured on
CTV’s Wylde About Health.
The foods to eat to be alert and focused
Avocados, bananas, beans and poultry: These four foods contain tyrosine, which builds the neurotransmitters
dopamine and norepinephrine, both of which boost alertness and concentration.
Seeds, nuts, beans: Zinc, found in all three of these, helps to turn omega-3 fats found in fish and seed oils into
prostaglandins, which are vital for concentration, according to Holford. Bonus: A 2009 study in the Journal of Affective
Disorders found that zinc helps improve treatment outcomes in patients who are resistant to antidepressants.
Water: Dehydration can also contribute to poor concentration and low energy, so try to drink lots of water every day to
stay hydrated, says Pawa.
Foods that helps you avoid anxiety and depression
Camomile tea with a slice of lemon: Drinking herbal tea such as camomile relieves anxiety by aiding the nervous system,
says Dhawan. And vitamin C, found in lemons, helps the adrenal and immune systems cope with stress.
In periods of high stress, vitamin C is released in large amounts and its stores are rapidly depleted. “People who have
low vitamin C levels have been shown to have an increased stress response,” explains Dhawan.
Seafood, Brazil nuts, red meat, whole grains and legumes: Selenium found in these foods may reduce anxiety and
improve mild depression. That’s because the amino acid tyrosine, which increases your “happy” hormone dopamine, is
selenium-dependent. Taking a daily supplement of selenium for seven weeks improved mild and moderate depression in
16 elderly participants in a Texas Tech University study.
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