Does Food Affect Your Mood?

Eating a lot of food may not be the same as eating the right food. There is a new field of science called nutritional psychiatry that studies the impact of nutrition on the brain and mental health. It’s a fledgling branch which has a number of ongoing research studies.

The brain is constantly working, even when you are sleeping at night. This means that the fuel you give it is important. Since it derives the fuel from the food that you eat, what you put into your digestive system is important. The structure and functioning of your brain seem to be directly related to what you have been feeding yourself.

This indicates that the food you eat, can indeed, affect your mood. A diet rich in whole grains, legumes, seafood, green leafy vegetables and fruit, is much more likely to keep your mental faculties healthier. Plus this diet will be good for the bacteria in your gut as well as the rest of your body’s needs.

So the next time you get hungry, instead of reaching for a burger and soda, think about this science study and make your way to healthier snack alternatives. Your body and your brain will thank you for making the better choice.

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