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Nutrition and Mental Health<\/h3>\n

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If you\u2019ve ever found yourself absentmindedly digging into a tub of ice cream after a bad day, you\u2019re already aware that there\u2019s some kind of link between food and mood.<\/h4>\n

Beyond that cinematic moment, we now know there is indeed a relationship between what we eat and how we feel.<\/p>\n

This gut-brain connection starts with serotonin<\/strong> \u2014 a neurotransmitter that helps regulate sleep, appetite, mood, and also plays a role in pain inhibition. Around 95% of the body’s serotonin is produced in the digestive tract, which is lined with millions of nerve cells, or neurons.<\/p>\n

The function of these neurons, as well as the production of neurotransmitters, is influenced by the trillions of bacteria that make up the gut microbiome<\/strong>. These bacteria are crucial for our health \u2014 they protect the intestinal wall, reduce inflammation, improve nutrient absorption, and activate neural pathways that connect directly with the brain.<\/p>\n

What we eat directly affects the composition and function of the bacteria living in our gut. A healthy diet has a positive impact on the gut microbiota.<\/p>\n

Eating well helps us feel better.<\/strong> There is clear evidence of a relationship between a healthy dietary pattern \u2014 such as the Mediterranean diet \u2014 and a reduced risk of depression.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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It may not be a matter of drastic changes, but trying to follow some of the following guidelines can make a real difference:<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Eat regularly<\/strong> to avoid dips in blood sugar levels, which can make you feel tired and irritable.<\/p>\n

Stay well hydrated<\/strong>: even mild dehydration can affect your mood, energy levels, and concentration.<\/p>\n

Eat the right kinds of fats<\/strong>: your brain needs healthy fats to function well. Good sources include extra virgin olive oil, nuts, seeds, oily fish, avocados, and eggs. Avoid processed and fried foods.<\/p>\n

Choose wholegrain bread, pasta and rice<\/strong>, along with plenty of fruit and vegetables. These contain the vitamins and minerals your brain and body need to function optimally.<\/p>\n

Include a source of protein in every meal<\/strong>. Protein contains amino acids, which your brain uses to regulate thoughts and feelings.<\/p>\n

Look after your gut health<\/strong>. The gut can reflect how you\u2019re feeling \u2014 it may speed up or slow down. Gut-friendly foods include fruits, vegetables, pulses, and fermented products.<\/p>\n

Avoid foods that cause spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels<\/strong>, such as sweets, biscuits, fizzy drinks, refined sugar, and alcohol.<\/p>\n

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