Food, Nutrition, and Mental Health
Michael T. Compton M.D. M.P.H.
December 22, 2025Featuring events, news, books, and more related to nutritional psychology.
GLP-1 and semaglutide drugs effectively reduce obesity, but they aren't a quick fix; understanding risks is key to informed choice.
A mouse study reveals gut bacteria can reach the brain via the vagus nerve, bypassing the blood and reshaping our view of gut-brain health.
Drexel University research links time spent in nature to better dietary choices, including higher intake of fruits and vegetables.
UPF intake in preschoolers is linked to higher behavioral and emotional risks, but replacing them with whole foods improves outcomes.
Sustainable eating and the DASH diet are powerful tools for preserving cognitive vitality and fighting depression as we age.
A study in PLOS Biology reveals that bacteria can travel from the gut to the brain when the intestinal barrier is weak, impacting neurological health.
King's College London research links excessive smartphone use to emotional overeating and food addiction symptoms in young people.
While case studies show that ketogenic diets may help some with schizophrenia, high-quality research for severe mental illness is still lacking.
A family conflict over gluten-free food underscores how celiac disease misunderstandings cause emotional stress and serious health risks.
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Kimberley Wilson looks at the food and drink that can have a surprisingly positive effect on improving our memory, and those that can do it harm.
Explore the groundbreaking discovery that links obesity to the risk of developing neurodegenerative disorders.
You are what you eat takes on new meaning when you add mental health into the mix. NBC 5’s Lauren Petty reports.
New research unveils the potential impact of ultra-processed foods on mental health.
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist, explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.
Studies show that hyperpalatable foods can highjack areas in the brain leading to food addiction.
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