An indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, PTSD, ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, and more.
Did you know that blueberries can help you cope with the aftereffects of trauma? That salami can cause depression, or that boosting Vitamin D intake can help treat anxiety?
When it comes to diet, most people’s concerns involve weight loss, fitness, cardiac health, and longevity. But what we eat affects more than our bodies; recent studies have shown that diet can have a profound impact on many conditions including ADHD, depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, and dementia.
In This Is Your Brain on Food, Dr. Uma Naidoo, a board-certified psychiatrist, nutrition specialist, and professionally trained chef, draws on cutting-edge research to explain the many ways in which food contributes to our mental health. In addition, she explains how good nutrition can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues.
Packed with fascinating science, simple and clear nutritional recommendations, and 40 delicious, brain-healthy recipes, This Is Your Brain on Food is the go-to guide to optimize your mental health with food.
A companion workbook is also available. The Workbook For This Is Your Brain On Food contains reflection questions and action steps to walk readers through effective use, understanding, retention, and application of key concepts in the main book.
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