In this enlightening discussion, Max Lugavere, a neuroscience and nutrition expert, teams up with Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist. They delve into the powerful connection between diet and mental health, exploring how whole foods boost cognitive function while ultra-processed options may harm it. Key topics include the gut-brain link, the dangers of sugars and bad fats, and why colorful fruits and veggies are essential for mental wellness. Their insights aim to reshape how we view food as a crucial component of our emotional and cognitive health.
Nutritional psychiatry highlights the link between food and mood for mental health.
Grass-finished beef and creatine boost brain energy and cognitive function.
Incorporating omega-3 fats, proteins, and spices in diet aids brain health.
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We often hear about food in the context of physical health, but food is very tied to emotional and mental health, too. The growing field of nutritional psychiatry is shedding light on this profound connection between food and mood, and how what we eat impacts everything from anxiety and depression to ADHD and more.
In this episode, Dr. Hyman speaks with Max Lugavere and Dr. Uma Naidoo about the best foods to eat to support your brain and the beautiful symphony between what you eat, your gut microbiome, and cognitive function.
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