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.
AI-driven discovery: Stanford scientists identify "BRP," a natural peptide that mimics weight loss effects without typical side effects.
Beyond calories: New research suggests refined bread triggers weight gain by significantly slowing basal metabolic rates and energy expenditure.
Beyond the plate: While results vary for anxiety, anti-inflammatory eating patterns offer a significant signal for depression remission.
Optimize your cognitive longevity and brain health through a selection of evidence-based nutrients for peak mental performance.
Stress and burnout drive eating disorders and food guilt, proving that mental health is the foundation of a healthy relationship with food.
What you eat shapes your emotions; new research proves specific dietary patterns can actively reduce risks of depression and anxiety.
A landmark study finally defines "mental well-being," creating a universal scientific standard for what it truly means to be well.
Cutting sugar isn't just for your body—it’s for your mind. New research links high sugar intake to increased risk of depression and anxiety.
Beyond physical weight loss, GLP-1 medications can deeply impact adolescent emotional well-being and psychological health in complex ways.
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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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