Good Food Good Mood

Wellness Gathering
Health by Choice not by Chance
Taking OWNERSHIP of your Well-being Series

N – for Nutrition the 3rd letter of OWNERSHIP

Dr. Nicole Fortin,. Ac., RMT, NLP Doctor of Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine Registered Massage Therapist, and Hatha Yoga Teacher and Emotional Wisdom Training Specialist. A passion for culture, language and travel takes Nicole around the world to study and teach. She helps her clients reduce mental and physical stress and create supportive environments, so they can have better health, more fulfilling relationships and experience the impact, the income and the satisfaction they desire. Nicole is the go-to teacher and strategist for people who are ready to uplift and revitalize their lives. The goal becomes enjoying life as an adventure—to play at life! http://nicolefortinhealing.ca/

Resources:
1) Food and mood: Is there a connection? Here’s what the research says about diet and depression. https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/food-and-mood-is-there-a-connection

2) Why nutritional psychiatry is attracting attention Researchers are finding that some diets can lead to a range of mental benefits. The sigh of contentment after a pleasant meal confirms a link between food and mood, but research in recent years is uncovering the nature of the relationship between diet and mental health.
https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/food-and-mood-why-nutritional-psychiatry-is-attracting-attention-1.4520067

3) We hear so much about how good food affects our mood, focus and attention, but what foods are best for our children? https://ptaourchildren.org/good-food-for-mood/

4) A healthy diet holds promise as another tool to help mental health and well-being, according to new research. A research review found evidence improved diet may reduce depressive symptoms. The systematic review examined data from almost 46,000 participants and reported a significant reduction in depressive symptoms, but no change in anxiety, after dietary intervention. The researchers say more investigation is needed. https://www.healthyfood.com/news/better-food-better-mood/

5) Cook, eat, and share mood-enhancing meals. It’s a challenge that delivers great rewards for the brain — sharper thinking and happier moments. http://blog.inrseminars.com/mood-and-food