Chapter
The Relationship Between Food and Mental Health
02:37 - 08:27 (05:49)
The standard American diet (SAD) can lead to nutrient deficiencies which can result in inflammation in the brain. This inflammation can negatively impact mental health contributing to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
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In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the connection between food and mental health with doctors from leading institutions.
02:37 - 05:14 (02:37)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the connection between food and mental health with doctors from leading institutions. They conclude that food is likely the biggest contributor to dysfunction in the brain when it comes to mood, behavior, attention, and memory.
ChapterThe Relationship Between Food and Mental Health
Episode1075 How Food Heals or Harms Your Body, Aging & Mental Health w/Dr. Mark Hyman
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Our diet significantly impacts our mood as most Americans lack nutrients crucial for brain function.
05:14 - 06:47 (01:32)
Summary
Our diet significantly impacts our mood as most Americans lack nutrients crucial for brain function. Eating a whole foods diet instead of the standard American diet can help reduce inflammation and depression.
ChapterThe Relationship Between Food and Mental Health
Episode1075 How Food Heals or Harms Your Body, Aging & Mental Health w/Dr. Mark Hyman
PodcastThe School of Greatness
When you consume sugar and starch, your cortisol and adrenaline levels increase, causing the fuel in your bloodstream to be stored in your fat cells.
06:47 - 08:27 (01:40)
Summary
When you consume sugar and starch, your cortisol and adrenaline levels increase, causing the fuel in your bloodstream to be stored in your fat cells. This leads to the creation of hundreds of chemicals, including hormones, inflammatory markers, and messengers.