How we think and feel is directly affected by what we take into our bodies. Eating the right food has been proven to boost IQ, improve mood and emotional stability, sharpen the memory, and keep the mind young. Similarly, the harmful things we take into our bodies, or anti-nutrients-including oxidants, alcohol, sugar, and stimulants-negatively impact […]
The Diet Cure
For most health books, the word cure in the title is a definite sign to steer clear. The Diet Cure: The 8-Step Program to Rebalance Your Body Chemistry and End Food Cravings, Weight Problems, and Mood-Swings–Now is a refreshing exception. Author Julia Ross has the unusual job description of “nutritional psychologist,” which means that she […]
Linking Nutrition to Mental Health
To truly live well—to feel good, engage in productive activities, enjoy fulfilling relationships with other people, and be able to adapt to change and cope with adversity—Americans must start addressing mental health with the same urgency as physical health. With this in mind, registered dietitian Dr. Ruth Leyse-Wallace gathers breakthrough scientific research from around the […]
Using Yoga to Reduce Stress
Yoga, developed some 5,000 years ago, is recognized as a comprehensive form of mind-body medicine. Research has shown that the physical postures and breathing exercises of yoga can improve muscle strength, flexibility, blood circulation, oxygen uptake, and hormone function. Additionally, the relaxation induced by meditation alleviates stress by stabilizing the nervous system. Science has extensively […]