Short-Term Dietary Change Improves Depression Symptoms

Short-Term Dietary Change Improves Depression Symptoms
Researchers found that study participants experienced a significant lessening of depression as their body absorbed their new, healthier food.BalanceFormCreative/Shutterstock
Joel Fuhrman
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Proper brain function is dependent upon good nutrition. Omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and zinc are all key nutrients for brain tissue. Vitamin B12, folate, and vitamin B6 are involved in the production of neurotransmitters, and zinc has antioxidant effects in the brain. The omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA are important for the structure of brain cell membranes. Inadequate levels of each of these nutrients have been linked to a greater risk of depression.
Protection against oxidative stress makes plant food-derived antioxidants beneficial for the brain. Also, many phytonutrients have anti-inflammatory and other non-antioxidant functions that may also enhance brain health.
Joel Fuhrman
Joel Fuhrman
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Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times best-selling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing. He specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods.
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