Depression - Health Articles - Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org/t/depression/ Food. Science. Health. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:35:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Overcoming My Junk Food Addiction https://nutritionstudies.org/overcoming-my-junk-food-addiction/ Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:00:29 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40461 Knowing what to eat is only the first step. The psychological barriers of lifestyle change are very real, and often intensely personal.

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Written by Evon Dennis.

]]> Recovery From Eating Disorders – My Plant-Based Journey https://nutritionstudies.org/recovery-from-eating-disorders-my-plant-based-journey/ Wed, 15 Sep 2021 18:26:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38996 This article contains material regarding eating disorders that may be triggering for some readers. According to the American Psychiatric Association, eating disorders are illnesses in which people experience severe disturbances in their eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions. People with eating disorders typically become preoccupied with food and with their body weight. An eating … Continued

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Written by April Duckworth.

]]> 13 Ways to Cope With Pandemic Stress and Grief https://nutritionstudies.org/13-ways-to-cope-with-pandemic-stress-and-grief/ Fri, 17 Apr 2020 13:01:37 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31090 Grief and stress come with the territory these days. But we’ve got you covered with helpful ways to deal with all the many emotions and demands during this time.

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Written by Shannon Jamail, MS.

]]> What Can I Eat to Help Fight Depression and Anxiety? https://nutritionstudies.org/what-can-i-eat-to-help-fight-depression-and-anxiety/ Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:30:20 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=30819 You likely know that stress, anxiety, and depression reduce the presence of good bacteria in your gut, leading to gastrointestinal distress. But did you know the state of your gut can affect your mental health?

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Written by Debbie Ingram.

]]> Fitness Over 50: 7 Ways a Plant-Based Diet Can Help Women Stay Active https://nutritionstudies.org/fitness-over-50-7-ways-a-plant-based-diet-can-help-women-stay-active/ Fri, 20 Sep 2019 16:04:00 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28616 Women over 50 often experience a decline in physical activity. Here are seven ways a whole food, plant-based diet can help older women overcome obstacles to fitness.

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Written by Debbie Ingram.

]]> 7 Strategies for Better Sleep – Why Sleep Health is Important https://nutritionstudies.org/7-strategies-better-sleep-sleep-health-important/ Fri, 23 Feb 2018 17:00:15 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=19743 Is sleep your number one health goal? Should it be? Learn why you need better sleep and how you can get more sleep.

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Written by Karen Asp, MA.

]]> My Battle With Crohn’s – How Going Plant-Based Gave Me My Life Back https://nutritionstudies.org/battle-crohns-going-plant-based-gave-life-back/ Wed, 14 Feb 2018 21:48:28 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=19707 Being plant-based has changed my life. My doctor said she never met someone with Crohn’s who’s not on medication. I told her my secret was eating plant-based!

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Written by Kelly Madrone.

]]> A Nurse’s Journey to a Plant-Based Lifestyle https://nutritionstudies.org/nurses-journey-plant-based-lifestyle/ Fri, 12 Jan 2018 16:20:53 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=19148 Interview with a Plant-Based Registered Nurse.

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Written by Kathleen M. Kirby, RN.

]]> Are Vegetarian Diets Linked to Depression in Men? https://nutritionstudies.org/vegetarian-diets-linked-depression-men/ Tue, 24 Oct 2017 21:13:51 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=17866 Should men eating a plant-based diet be concerned about increasing their risk of depression? A postnatal questionnaire takes a look at men’s diets and draws conclusions.

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Written by Conor Kerley, PhD.

]]> Top 5 Non-Food, Lifestyle Factors That Destroy Quality of Life https://nutritionstudies.org/top-5-non-food-lifestyle-factors-destroy-quality-life/ Fri, 29 Sep 2017 19:05:19 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=17586/ The benefits of a plant-based diet are clear.  Here are my top 5 non-nutrition factors affecting quality of life, plus practical tips for a more satisfying life.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> How I Kicked Food & Drug Addiction, Diabetes & Depression https://nutritionstudies.org/kicked-food-drug-addiction-diabetes-and-depression/ Thu, 20 Oct 2016 15:47:05 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=13354 A 7th generation Texan lost 140 pounds on a plant-based diet. It didn’t just save his life, but gave him an entirely new one!

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Written by Adam Sud.

]]> Alcohol: 16 Reasons to Rethink Your Drink https://nutritionstudies.org/alcohol-16-reasons-to-rethink-your-drink/ Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:10:47 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=13124 Light, moderate or high risk drinking? Research indicates there may be hazards associated with increased levels of alcohol consumption.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> My Aging Parents’ Shocking Health Improvements Through Food https://nutritionstudies.org/my-aging-parents-shocking-health-improvements-through-food/ Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:00:31 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=13063 My parents (both in their 80’s) moved in and began a whole food, plant-based diet. The outcome? It’s never too late to overcome serious health issues!

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Written by Sandra L. Price.

]]> Do You Eat Your Emotions? How to Help With Binge Eating https://nutritionstudies.org/do-you-eat-your-emotions-how-to-help-with-binge-eating/ Fri, 19 Feb 2016 17:37:46 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12419 Chef Del shares his personal story to inspire others who know a whole foods, plant-based diet is optimal yet have an unproductive relationship with food.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Resource for BiPolar Type II, Depression and OCD https://nutritionstudies.org/natural-ways-of-dealing-with-bipolar-type-ii-depression-and-ocd/ https://nutritionstudies.org/natural-ways-of-dealing-with-bipolar-type-ii-depression-and-ocd/#respond Wed, 06 Nov 2013 20:35:10 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4004 Could it be the medications that lead to metabolic changes? I don't know, but I think an optimal diet is only like to help. It certainly won't hurt.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> https://nutritionstudies.org/natural-ways-of-dealing-with-bipolar-type-ii-depression-and-ocd/feed/ 0 Feeling Blue? Here’s How To Feel Better Fast https://nutritionstudies.org/feel-better-fast/ Wed, 15 Oct 1997 22:14:18 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4875 Important strategies for dealing with modern problems that can trick our natural psychology!

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Written by Douglas Lisle, PhD.

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