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• January 19, 2022

Eating for your mental health doesn’t have to be complicated. These low-prep recipes are for the days when making a meal feels like too much

• January 18, 2022

Nutritional psychiatry is the practice of using food and food supplements as alternative treatments for mental health disorders

• January 15, 2021

Inadequate sleep changes what, how much, and when we eat

• January 11, 2022

Too much sugar can actually be detrimental to the normal growth of the brain

• May 11, 2021

Not all nutrients are created equal when it comes to engagement

• January 4, 2022

Research suggests physical activity can help promote better diet

• January 1, 2022

Analysis of people who eat mushrooms suggests they have a lower risk of developing depression

• December 28, 2021

Excessive intake of simple sugar at puberty could be a risk factor of psychiatric disorders

• December 29, 2021

In modern times, we’re often reared from a young age to use food to make ourselves feel better

• December 23, 2021

Study found children aged eight or nine were more likely to be obese if their mother had a poor diet during – and before – pregnancy

• December 25, 2021

The order in which the food is presented on a menu may make a difference

Young women who took four weeks of prebiotic supplements made healthier food choices and consumed less sugar

Diet drinks containing artificial sweetener may actually trigger more intense food cravings than sugar-sweetened beverages

• December 15, 2021

A balanced gut has a diverse microbiota, reducing inflammation and disease

• January 2, 2021

Ultra-processed diets could be playing a role in the escalation of angry rhetoric

• December 3, 2021

It has quickly become apparent just how essential the gut microbiome is in controlling biological processes

• December 1, 2021

No number large enough to provoke action when it comes to conveying the magnitude of human suffering caused by diet-related diseases

• November 25, 2021

Addictive eating involves intense cravings unrelated to hunger, tolerance for large quantities of food, and feelings of withdrawal.

• November 22, 2021

Research demonstrates a clear connection between nicotine withdrawal and the desire to consume high-fat, high-calorie junk foods

• October 11, 2021

Data from 24,000 shows those eating mushrooms have lower odds of depression

• November 16, 2021

Plant-eaters with a taste for processed foods are more susceptible to depression

• November 9, 2021

Should Supplementation Be Step One in Anorexia Care?

• November 4, 2021

Accredited Practising Dietitians (APD) are pushing to be officially recognised as mental health practitioners.

• November 3, 2021

A new study suggests that eating alone may contribute to an increased risk of heart disease in older women

• June 15, 2021

A junk food diet may increase the risk of dangerous driving among truck drivers by boosting fatigue

• October 28, 2021

"Food Coma": Causes, symptoms, and prevention

• October 27, 2021

Ultraprocessed foods associated with a 22% increased risk for future depression

• October 24, 2021

Scientists examine whether DHA protects against carbohydrate-related effects on cognition and neuroinflammation

• October 1, 2021

Every one of us must aid the effort to create a more diverse profession and discipline

• September 28, 2021

Children who eat a better diet, packed with fruit and vegetables, have better mental wellbeing

• October 9, 2021

Another way in which perception influences the Diet-Mental Health Relationship

• April 23, 2021

Changes occurring in the gut microbiota from prolonged confinement

• Sept 20, 2021

In an effort to extend their territory, microbes may push us to socialize

• September 23, 2021

A diet designed to alter levels of specific fatty acids may help patients have less variability in mood

• January 15, 2021

Is cognitive health intimately tied to the quality of our diet?

• September 14, 2021

Scientists are now beginning to understand how microbes contribute to well-being

• September 8, 2021

Canadian seniors who feel lonely consume 111 more servings of fat/year than not-lonely seniors

• September 5 , 2021

Psychological health can be a fundamental element in the treatment of adults with obesity

• September 2, 2021

The pandemic has changed many aspects of our lives – from work, to school, to shopping – and now even the way we eat, particularly family meals

• September 1, 2021

Study breaks down foods into three zones defined by how many minutes of health were gained or lost as a result of including them in your diet

• August 24, 2021

Rebalancing the gut microbiome may be a promising step toward easing depression

• August 19, 2021

Looking into history sheds insight into why dieting sets up so much struggle

• August 18, 2021

Cutting sugar out of your diet can be difficult and trigger a range of unpleasant symptoms

• August 8, 2021

This meta-analysis on depression in vegetarians and non-vegetarians found that on average, vegetarians had a more depressed mood

• July 28, 2021

New study shows that at least 1/2 serving/day of foods high in flavonoids have a 20% lower risk of cognitive decline

• April 19, 2021

Your gut-brain connection could be contributing to more than just your digestive issues.

• July 12, 2021

A diet rich in fermented foods enhances the diversity of gut microbes and decreases molecular signs of inflammation

• June 8, 2021

Children who consume too much sugar could be at greater risk of becoming obese, hyperactive, and cognitively impaired

• June 27th, 2021

Nearly 70% of St. Louis homicides last year occurred in low-income areas with no access to a grocery store or supermarket

• June 17, 2021

People living with obesity who attended a non-judgemental and personalized lifestyle modification program improved their cardiovascular and mental health during just 10 weeks, according to a study

• June 9, 2021

Women's mental health likely has a higher association with dietary factors than men's

• May 25, 2021

Research found significant increase in depression and distress for those eating an inflammatory diet

• May 13, 2021

Those who consumed more fruits and vegetables daily had lower stress levels than those who consumed less F&Vs daily

• July 2019

Lack of protein in the foods served at aged care centres increases risk of malnutrition. Research shows that improving the menu has pay offs

• April 14, 2021

High dietary intake of animal products, processed foods, alcohol and sugar, support a gut microbiome that encourages inflammation

A new study shows sugar intake in childhood leads to learning and memory issues in adulthood

• April 12, 2021

Older Americans grappling with health/cognitive declines and food insecurity

Another study demonstrating diet's effects on workplace performance and behavior

Eating highly processed foods could be associated with weight gain finds a new study

Emotional eaters had a stronger appetite response and found food to be more pleasant when experiencing negative emotions compared to when they felt neutral emotions

Stress and restrained eating are associated with emotional eating

A new study says the next generation of 'health conscious' products should focus on food texture to enhance the feeling of being full

Canadians between the ages of 45 and 85, were less likely to exhibit PTSD if they consumed two-three fiber sources daily

New research suggests two factors closely linked with diet may be strong predictors of which children develop serious mental illness

What's the link between high sugar intake and an increased risk of developing common mental disorders in men?

Does diet play a role in regulating our fight or flight (stress) response?

The correlation between the gut microbiota and neurodegenerative disorders characteristic of Alzheimer's disease is established

New research on the role for fructose (a component of sugar) and uric acid (a fructose metabolite) in behavioral disorders

An intervention of exercise and nutritional supplementation resulted improvements in many levels of cognitive functioning in airmen

This Nutritionist is an expert in helping people plan quick and simple healthy meals and learning how to do so affordably

Dietary flavonoids from berries, apples, and other plant-based foods help protect against Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia

New research finds that increasing fruit and vegetable consumption may improve psychological well-being in as little as 2 weeks

Giving nutritional supplements to young children in low income countries for around 6 months could improve their brain (cognitive) health

Healthy eating is associated with better self-esteem and fewer emotional and peer problems

The greatest benefits come from eating 10 servings of fruits and veggies (FV) a day

Can fruits and veggies help offset the negative psychological impacts of divorce? Of unemployment?

People living in low-income households can afford to eat healthily.

A quick primer on the cognitive, addictive and mood effects of sugar

Evidence for a positive correlation between sugar and cancer, which may have far-reaching impacts on diets for cancer patients

Eating junk food can alter your brain's ability to help you regulate your junk food intake

• April 3, 2020

This research study assesses self-reported food consumption in a sample of Italians during the COVID-19 quarantine

This review speculates the importance of nutrition as a mitigation strategy to support immune function amid COVID-19

More evidence that eating a healthy diet can help reduce symptoms of depression

What we eat can affect the outcome of chemotherapy because of ripple effects that begin in our gut

• March 2020

People who eat lots of ultra-processed foods are more likely to develop heart disease and to die sooner than those who stick with foods in their original form, two large studies conclude.

Can nutrition affect your mental health? A growing research literature suggests the answer could be yes

• December 27, 2018

Fructose and sucrose can make it all the way to the colon, where they spell a sugary death sentence for beneficial bacteria

• March 2020

Researchers have found another good reason to eat vegetables

A high-carb diet and is associated high blood sugar is associated with cognitive decline

Psychological and behavioral therapies may be effective non-drug treatments for reducing disease-causing inflammation in the body

The first clinical trial of probiotics in bipolar disorder is out, and the results look promising

• March 2020

Unhealthy food seems to make the body's defenses more aggressive in the long term.

• May 2020

There are at least three key ways that high-sugar diets can contribute to mood, concentration, and energy problems

• February 7, 2020

The variety of genes in gut bacteria is greater than 100 times the quantity of the human genome.

• March 2020

A study examining the impact of the Western diet and lifestyle on our immune function

Both what we eat—and how we eat it—directly influence our mental health, according to growing research

• March 2020

Nutritional psychiatrists counsel patients on how better eating may be another tool in helping to ease depression and anxiety and may lead to better mental health.

• March 2020

Aim to fill your plate with fruit, dairy, poultry, fish, and vegetables—instead of processed and fried foods—research suggests...

• March 2020

Frozen veggies line the freezers from top to bottom at the grocery store. But with many myths floating around today discrediting frozen...

• March 2020

Recent research has shown that the gut microbiome plays an essential role in the body’s immune response to infection and in maintaining overall health

• March 2020

Healthy eating is especially important for keeping your immune system in top condition. Here are some steps you can take to eat healthy in the times of COVID

• November 2018

Both what we eat—and how we eat it—directly influence our mental health

• September 20, 2018

Drinking plain water is associated with decreased risk of depression and anxiety in adults: results from a large cross-sectional study

• April 3, 2019

People in almost every region of the world could benefit from rebalancing their diets to eat optimal amounts of various foods and nutrients

• September 5, 2019

Dark chocolate lowers the risk of depression, according to a cross‐sectional survey of over 13,000 US adults

• October 18, 2019

The evolution of dietary and hygienic habits in Western countries is associated with a decrease in the bacteria that help in digestion.

• June 2019

Diet is an important risk factor for cancer that is amenable to intervention.