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In The News:
7 foods that can help you reduce anxiety – The Washington Post
The emerging field of nutritional psychiatry focuses on how eating certain foods may improve our mental health. Some research suggests that a variety of foods can help boost mood, improve cognition and even reduce the symptoms of depression and anxiety.
The foods we eat can have a profound effect on our microbiome, and Naidoo believes that by choosing the right foods — and reducing the detrimental ones — we can improve our mental health. The basics aren’t surprising.
9 superfoods with physical and mental health benefits – Deseret News
If you plan to improve your physical and mental health in 2024, incorporating superfoods into a balanced diet may be advantageous.
Some of the most common nuts include almonds, peanuts, pistachios, walnuts, cashews, pecans and Macadamia nuts.
“They contain protein, B vitamins, vitamin E and minerals, including iron, potassium, selenium, magnesium, zinc and copper.”
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TL;DR?
• Giving oneself grace is essential for achieving health-related goals, as setting unrealistic expectations and becoming discouraged when they are not met can lead to a cycle of bad habits. Instead, focus on small, achievable steps towards improvement, rather than striving for perfection.
• Waters encourages anyone with health-related goals to focus on nutrition, fitness, mental health, or all three, as there are ways to improve overall health without being completely overwhelmed.
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