Food and Mood
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Did you know that the food we eat has a direct impact on our mood? This is because certain nutrients have direct effects on brain function and neurotransmitter production.  In this fascinating episode, we’re exploring the intriguing connection between what we eat and our mood.  Join me and Harvard-trained psychiatrist, chef, and nutrition specialist, Dr. Uma Naidoo as we delve into the Gut-Brain Connection. Discover the mood-enhancing foods to include in your diet, unravel the power of fibre for brain health and learn how meal timing and nutrients can influence mental health disorders like PTSD and ADHD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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