Never underestimate the power of foods. What we eat, and what we don’t eat, can profoundly impact our moods, thoughts, energy level and behaviors. Compelling research has shown that certain vitamins, minerals and fatty acids are crucial to psychological health. The truth is, food can make us feel alive, well and balanced, or it can make us sad, mad and frazzled.
Just a few examples:
- Low Omega-3 oil is linked to depression, aggression and poor brain function.
- For some people’s brains, eating sugar is like taking a hit of cocaine. Coming off causes depression, lethargy, irritability, even aggression and physical pain. There’s constant need for another sugar fix for temporary relief.
- Low blood sugar can take you on a roller coaster ride of highs and lows day in and day out. Brain function is impaired when it’s starving for glucose.
- Addiction recovery that includes the right nutritional support cuts the risk of relapse profoundly without having to endure the “white knuckle” experience.
- Caffeine is famous for its effect on the nervous system.
The Diet Cure, by Julia Ross
