In today's episode, Gina discusses the role of diet in our overall mental wellbeing. From eliminations (like caffeine and refined sugar) to additions (like a long list of whole vegetables), a number of dietary changes that can be highly beneficial to those suffering with anxiety are included. Listen in and learn how to adjust your diet for optimal mental health and reduced anxiety today! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching link ACPGroupCoaching.com To learn more, go to: Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program Learn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership: For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday ❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes ❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind ❤ And more fun surprises along the way! All this in your favorite podcast app! Quote: Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. –Hippocrates Chapters 0:23 Welcome to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast 6:35 Dietary Strategies for Anxiety Symptoms 13:29 Importance of B Vitamins for Anxiety 15:22 Identifying and Eliminating Food Triggers 17:57 Food and Mood Connection 19:21 The Power of Staying Hydrated Summary In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, Gina Ryan explores the connection between diet and anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of considering lifestyle changes, such as modifying one's diet, to manage anxiety and improve overall mental health. Gina highlights the significance of nutrition in healthcare, noting that many healthcare professionals have limited training in nutrition and recommends seeking guidance from experts in the field. Gina delves into specific dietary strategies to help alleviate anxiety symptoms. She discusses the negative impact of alcohol, caffeine, refined sugars, and the importance of getting enough B vitamins. Gina encourages listeners to identify their own food triggers and eliminate them, as certain foods may exacerbate anxiety symptoms. She suggests keeping a food journal to track how different foods affect emotional well-being and advocates for planning meals at home to have better control over ingredient choices. Throughout the episode, Gina shares personal experiences and insights on how dietary changes can positively impact anxiety levels. She also provides practical tips, such as staying hydrated, to support overall well-being. Gina concludes with a quote from Hippocrates, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food," underscoring the profound impact of nutrition on health.Listeners are encouraged to reach out to Gina with any questions or for further guidance on improving their diet to manage anxiety effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices