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Nutrition and Mental Health: 10 Foods That Boost Your Mood

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The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health Your mental health and dietary choices share a powerful bond. Research shows that nutrition plays a crucial role in mental health , directly influencing brain chemistry, emotional well-being, and psychological resilience.

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Beyond the Chemical Imbalance: Looking to the Past to Understand the Mental health Crisis

Mad in America

Poor diet and nutrition have been linked to biological processes underpinning depression, such as inflammation. So as it turns out, this dietary mismatch between our evolutionary past and our technologically inundated present is a key factor not only in physical illnesses but also in mental health.

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Music Therapy Paired with Mindfulness Exercises Reduces ADHD Symptoms: New Studies

ADDitude

May 21, 2025 Listening to music while practicing mindfulness exercises may improve focus, mood, and emotional wellbeing in people with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression, according to two new studies. Listening to music can also help filter out distractions , leading to improved learning and mood.

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A Felt Sense of Safety – From Disassociation to Embodiment

Mad in America

My lovely psychiatrist, Dr. Volls, advised me on the concept of “mood management.” A nutrition geek and nature fanatic who loved learning about the healing power of food, I could not wrap my mind around how I needed prescriptions to balance my brain. Teaching classes was meditative and kept me centered in the present moment.

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Holistic Healing for PTSD: Natural Paths to Recovery

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

Herbal and Nutritional Support Certain herbs and supplements are known for their calming and mood-enhancing effects, making them a great addition to a PTSD recovery plan. Can diet and nutrition impact PTSD symptoms? Here are some of the most effective PTSD natural treatments: 1. Is holistic PTSD treatment safe? </p>

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Accutane and Mental Health: Converging Physical and Emotional Well-being

Lightwork

Research has found that isotretinoin may have potential psychiatric side effects, including mood changes and depression. Recent research presents conflicting evidence about the medication’s psychological effects, creating uncertainty for healthcare providers and patients alike. However, its effects go beyond just the physical.

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How To Support Your Child’s Anxiety 

The Anxiety Guy

To understand them more deeply, to allow them to be present, and to respect the message that comes with them. Diet and Nutrition The food your child eats can have a profound impact on their emotional and mental health. A diet high in sugar, processed foods, and artificial additives can contribute to anxiety and mood swings.