Mental health and nutrition have a clear connection, starting from the womb. The linked article highlights the essential nine nutrients that are associated with better brain health:
1. omega-3s,
2. B vitamins (particularly folate and B12),
3. choline,
4. iron,
5. zinc,
6. magnesium,
7. S-adenosyl methionine (SAMe),
8. vitamin D,
9. amino acids
http://www.spring.org.uk/2015/02/9-nutrients-which-should-be-in-your-diet-for-good-mental-health.php?omhide=true&utm_source=PsyBlog&utm_campaign=d75adf805d-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_MAILCHIMP&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_10ef814328-d75adf805d-213829849
Author: Rae Mazzei, Psy.D., B.C.B.
http://evolutionsbh.com Dr. Mazzei, Health Psychologist, believes that everyone is capable of change, especially when empowered and supported to reach one’s goals. She works collaboratively with patients to relieve emotional distress, to improve your mental and physical well-being, and to help facilitate positive life changes and personal growth. Overall, she aims to provide a warm, empathetic, respectful, and supportive therapeutic environment. Dr. Mazzei is an experienced therapist who provides in-person and online counseling services for individuals living in Chandler and throughout Arizona, Illinois, Tennessee, and PSYPACT states.