This is your brain on food

Contributor(s):

Naidoo, Uma [Author]

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: English Publication details: Little Brown and Co., 2020Description: viii, 374 p. 24 cm.ISBN:

9780316536820

Subject(s):

Contents:

Includes bibliographical references and index. TOC:-- Chapter 1 The Gut-Brain Romance-- Chapter 2 Depression: Probiotics, Omega-3s, and the Mediterranean Eating Pattern-- Chapter 3 Anxiety: Fermented Foods, Dietary Fiber, and the Tryptophan Myth-- Chapter 4 PTSD: Glutamates, Blueberries, and 'Old Friends' Bacteria-- Chapter 5 ADHD: Gluten, Milk Caseins, and Polyphenols-- Chapter 6 Dementia and Brain Fog: Microgreens, Rosemary, and the MIND Diet-- Chapter 7 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: NAC, Glycine, and the Dangers of Orthorexia Nervosa-- Chapter 8 Insomnia and Fatigue: Capsaicin, Chamomile, and Anti-Inflammatory Diets-- Chapter 9 Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia: L-Theanine, Healthy Fats, and the Ketogenic Diet-- Chapter 10 Libido: Oxytocin, Fenugreek, and the Science of Aphrodisiacs-- Chapter 11 Cooking and Eating for Your Brain-- Appendix A Glycemic Load of Carbohydrates-- Appendix B Common Sources of Vitamins and Select Minerals-- Appendix C Antioxidants and ORAC--

Summary: 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; it also affects our brains. And recent studies have shown that diet can have a profound impact on mental health conditions ranging from ADHD to depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, dementia and beyond. ; A triple threat in the food space, Dr. Uma Naidoo is a board-certified psychiatrist, nutrition specialist, and professionally trained chef. In This Is Your Brain on Food, she draws on cutting-edge research to explain the many ways in which food contributes to our mental health, and shows how a sound diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues. ; Packed with fascinating science, actionable nutritional recommendations, and delicious, brain-healthy recipes, This Is Your Brain on Food is the go-to guide to optimizing your mental health with food.

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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; it also affects our brains. And recent studies have shown that diet can have a profound impact on mental health conditions ranging from ADHD to depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, dementia and beyond. ; A triple threat in the food space, Dr. Uma Naidoo is a board-certified psychiatrist, nutrition specialist, and professionally trained chef. In This Is Your Brain on Food, she draws on cutting-edge research to explain the many ways in which food contributes to our mental health, and shows how a sound diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues. ; Packed with fascinating science, actionable nutritional recommendations, and delicious, brain-healthy recipes, This Is Your Brain on Food is the go-to guide to optimizing your mental health with food.