How the Fork does Food Affect our Mood?

We know that food plays a role when it comes to supporting our mental health but how easy is it to manipulate... is it as easy as just eating a 'good mood food'? We delve into the research behind the association and discuss sustainable ways in which we can support our wellbeing and improve our mood using food! Things we discuss:The role of omega 3s, tryptophan, carbs and antioxidants The effects of certain ingredients on our brain functionThe link between gut health and brain healthIs there such thing as a good mood food?The impact caffeine can haveThe research behind food reducing symptoms of depression Are our blood sugar levels making us hangry?We would like to thank this weeks sponsor Yumchi, a natural, certified organic kimchi brand that can be used to compliment so many different dishes! Kimchi is a fermented vegetable dish meaning it contains live cultures known as probiotics which can help support our gut health. Shop at https://yumchi.co/pages/about-us and use code FORKINGKIMCHI at checkout for a 20% discount! Remember to submit your questions for future episodes via DM (@forkingwellness) or email ([email protected])As always, please rate, review, and subscribe, as it helps our podcast get seen in the charts!To order our debut book, Forking Wellness: Your No-Nonsense Guide to Health and Nutrition, click the following links...UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Forking-Wellness-No-Nonsense-Health-Nutrition/dp/178255209X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1600848572&refinements=p_27%3ASophie+Bertrand&s=books&sr=1-1USA: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/forking-wellness-sophie-bertrand/1137060340You can download our 30 day journal prompt here! https://sophieshealthykitchen.com/resources/ https://www.barithedietitian.com/forking-wellness-podcastWe would love for our Forking Wellness community to connect more - join our private Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/forkingwellness And don't forget to follow us on Instagram @forkingwellness, @sophieshealthykitchen, and @barithedietitian!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.