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Research Reveals Link Between Diet And Depression

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Research trials have found that diet can be a common cause for symptoms of depression and anxiety, particularly in women. A study led by Mary Scourboutakos of East Virginia Medical School found that blood sugar fluctuations caused by food affect both a person’s hormones and nervous system. This creates a strong link between food and emotions, emphasizing the importance of focusing on nutrition when treating mental health. Foods with a high glycemic index, such as white rice and bread, produce intense spikes of blood sugar, increasing risk of anxiety and depression. An overconsumption of these foods can cause a rise of insulin, leading blood sugar levels to dip, and spike adrenaline. This can sometimes be felt as anxiety, fear or aggression. The research suggests that women are more sensitive to the effects of foods with a high glycemic index, and should look to their diets for mood optimisation. Alternating the order of the foods eaten during a meal, and leaving carbohydrates for last, can aid in stabilizing the mind and body. Foods such as vegetables, vinegar and olive oil can also aid in reducing the risks of a blood sugar spike and slow down carbohydrate absorption.

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