When Metabolic Health Is Off, Mental Disorders May Occur

Diet and mental health interconnect closely, according to the research.
When Metabolic Health Is Off, Mental Disorders May Occur
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“When your metabolic health is off, it shows up in how your brain functions—from focus and energy to emotional balance,” Jodi Duval, a naturopathic physician with over 15 years of experience and owner of Revital Health, told The Epoch Times.

Mental health and metabolic health are not just distant cousins; they’re deeply intertwined, influencing each other in ways we’re only beginning to unravel. Your mood isn’t just a matter of brain chemistry, either—it’s also closely tied to metabolic factors like blood sugar, blood pressure, and abdominal fat.

Metabolic Health Effects

Metabolic issues such as high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and abdominal obesity, as well as cardiovascular diseases, can significantly affect mental health.
Zena le Roux
Zena le Roux
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Zena le Roux is a health journalist with a master’s in investigative health journalism and a certified health and wellness coach specializing in functional nutrition. She is trained in sports nutrition, mindful eating, internal family systems, and applied polyvagal theory. She works in private practice and serves as a nutrition educator for a UK-based health school.
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