The Food Programme The Brain Gut Connection
Sep 27, 2024
Chef Heston Blumenthal, known for his avant-garde culinary techniques, shares insights on how diet affects mental health, particularly with his experiences about bipolar disorder and ADHD. Chartered psychologist Kimberley Wilson discusses the urgent need for better nutrition education in mental health care. Natalie Hackett highlights innovative school programs promoting healthy eating, illustrating how mindful practices can enhance children's learning and well-being. Together, they explore the vital connections between what we eat and how it impacts our brains and moods.
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Brain Food
- The brain is made of food, and maternal nutrition at conception impacts baby brain health.
- Most people lack nutrients for early brain development, affecting later resilience.
Hungry Brain
- The brain is the hungriest organ, using 25% of the body's calories despite being only 2% of its weight.
- It needs constant energy and nutrients from whole foods, which many people lack.
Garden Snacks
- Children at New Lubbesthorpe Primary School pick fruits and vegetables when hungry.
- This changes their mood and connects them to the food's growth.