Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, professional chef, nutrition specialist, and best-selling author of This is Your Brain on Food.
What you'll learn from this episode:
How to make small steps towards better mental health by using Dr. Naidoo’s powerful mnemonic, SEW (Swap, Eat something different, Walk).
Why keeping blood sugar steady is not only helpful for metabolic health, but also for your mental health, and why it’s important to avoid quickly digested, simple carbohydrates.
The best anti-inflammatory spice combination, how saffron could boost your mood, and which luteolin-rich herbs fight brain fog.
Feed your gut—the role of your gut microbiome on your mental health, and why you should eat more veggies that are rich in prebiotic fibers.
The power of omega-3 fatty acids and where to find them, including budget-friendly options like canned oysters and mussels.
And so much more!
Resources from this episode:
This is Your Brain on Food by Dr. Uma Naidoo | Amazon
Nutritional Psychiatry: The Present State of the Evidence | PubMed
Anxiety Might Be Alleviated by Regulating Gut Bacteria | BMJ
The 4 Worst Foods for Your Anxiety | Healthline
SAFFRON: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews | WebMD
Leaky Gut Biomarkers in Depression and Suicidal Behavior | PMC
How to Fight Brain Fog with Food: Tips from a Psychiatrist | Today
Milk Fat Globule Membrane | Wikipedia
Ghee: Is It Healthier than Regular Butter? | Healthline
Omega-3s: Mixed Findings for Elderly | WebMD
What Is Forest Bathing? | Verywell Mind
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