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Nutrition and Mental Health Connections
This chapter examines how diet, particularly the intake of ultra-processed foods, affects mental health by disrupting mitochondrial function and increasing the risk of disorders like depression and anxiety. It features the transformative story of a woman named Doris, who found healing through a ketogenic diet after struggling with severe schizophrenia. The chapter also explores the science behind ketogenic diets, fasting, and the impacts of sugar and caffeine on mental well-being, advocating for a holistic approach to mental health treatment.