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MyFoodMyHealth Diet for Depression
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Diet and Depression
Diet may influence mood in several ways. Certain amino acids and other nutrients act as co-factors in the production of neurotransmitters. Dietary carbohydrates and proteins influence the rate at which neurotransmitter precursors enter the central nervous system from the blood. Foods rich in complex carbohydrates, folate (folic acid), magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and tryptophan may decrease symptoms of depression. A diet for depression should also minimize caffeine and alcohol as they have pronounced effects on the nervous system. While they may give you a quick "pick me up", once their effects wear off you may feel low. So if you think diet influences your mood, it's not just in your head!
Flavorful Herbs to Eat if You Are Suffering From Depression
Rosemary
Saffron
Delicious Foods to Eat if You Are Suffering From Depression
Incorporate these delicious, mood-boosting foods into your diet and meal plans. You'll not only relieve the symptoms of depression, but improve your overall health and vitality.
Complex carbohydrates (Helps enhance the proper absorption of tryptophan. Carboydrates may also boost serotonin activity in the brain.)
Blackberries
Broccoli
Pasta, wheat
Potatoes
Rice, brown
Squash, winter
Folic Acid (Appears to reduce the high levels of homocysteine associated with depression. )
Asparagus
Avocados
Beans, dried
Beets
Bok choy
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Cabbage
Chick-peas
Lentils
Oranges
Peas, fresh
Savoy
Soybeans
Spinach
Turkey
Magnesium (Serotonin, the "feel good" brain chemical, depends on magnesium for its production and function.)
Almonds
Amaranth
Avocados
Barley
Brazil nuts
Buckwheat
Chocolate
Oysters
Pumpkin seeds
Quinoa
Spinach
Sunflower seeds
Niacin (Promotes sound nerve cell function. Most B-vitamin complexes contain niacin in sufficient amounts for this purpose. They also offer the mood-enhancing benefits of other B vitamins.
Chicken
Lamb
Pomegranates
Rice, brown
Tuna
Turkey
Wheat
Omega-3 fatty acids
Salmon
Trout
Tuna
More Information
MyFoodMyHealth provides you even more detailed information concerning this condition. Simply click on the "Learn More" button below to expand the page and view additional information.
What is depression?
Depression is a common syndrome marked by sadness, hopelessness, and apathy. It can affect the way you eat, sleep, how you feel about yourself and how you think about life. There are many different types of depression. Common types of depression include: major depression, dysthymia, and bipolar disorder.
Females are more likely to be diagnosed with depression
Family history
Inadequate social supports
Stressful life events
Coexisting illness
Medications
Drug intoxication or withdrawal
Treatment of Depression
There are many types of depression. Treatment for depression may be different depending on the type of depression and the severity and persistence of the symptoms. Treatment for depression can involve a range of therapies, medicines, diet and lifestyle modifications.
Our customized online meal planner helps you overcome depression eating delicious, whole foods. It takes into consideration the health conditions of everyone in your household, allowing you to serve wonderful meals that meet everyone's nutritional needs.
MyFoodMyHealth automatically generates a shopping list for you based on your conditions, making shopping easy.
Videos, cooking tips, recipes and an extensive glossary provide "the basics" you need to cook flavorful and nutritious meals.
