What you eat can alleviate or agitate mental health symptoms.
We always talk about physical health and diet. Understandably, the food we eat gives our body the nutrients it needs to function. But our relationship with food goes much deeper than that. There are social and emotional connections that can influence how we feel mentally.
What you eat can alleviate or agitate mental health symptoms. Don’t worry; variations in your diet are natural and won’t wreck your mental health. Food is fuel for your body and mind. Here are the foods you should eat to improve your mental health and which you should avoid.
You can also prioritize your mental health by valuing mealtimes and focusing on foods that make you happy.
Foods to eat that boost your mental health
Whole foods
Complex carbs
Leafy greens
Lean proteins
Fatty acids
Foods that hurt your mental health
Trans fats
Refined sugars
Processed foods
Caffeine
Alcohol
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