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🔶 NUTRITIONAL PSYCHIATRY In search for Scientific Evidence on the effects of Nutrition on Mental Health and Cognitive Function - Nutritional Psychiatry is an emerging field of Research that aims to identify which Nutrients and Dietary components are important for Mental Health, and establish the Specific Preventive and Therapeutic Applications of these Nutrients. - The review emphasizes the Connection between Diet and Mental Health, suggesting that what we eat not only impacts Physiology and Body Composition but also influences mood and Mental Well-being. - A growing emerging data indicates a Strong association between a poor Diet and the worsening of Mental Health Disorders, including anxiety, depression, and other Neuropsychiatric Conditions. - The composition, structure, and function of the Brain depend on Nutrients, making Diet a Modifiable Variable for Mental Health. - A Higher Quality Diet in Adulthood is associated with a Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline. Furthermore, the inclusion of Antioxidant Polyphenols in the Diet of Older People has been linked to Improved Cognitive Function. - Unbalanced Diets Increase the Risk of Cardiometabolic Disease and Cognitive Decline, emphasizing the negative consequences of poor-quality diets on Mental Health and Cognitive Function... ... CONTINUE ... ▶ See Full Summary at > https://lnkd.in/gzHNC3Qy #NutritionalPsychiatry #Nutrition #Nutritionaltherapy #Nutritionmatters #BrainHealth #HealthyDiet #Cognitive #CognitiveFunction #OlderAdults #Memorycare #Obesity #Memoryloss #Dementia #Aging #Agingwell #BrainHealth #Healthyfood #PlantBasedNutrition #MCI #Adiposopathy #BrainHealthmatters #AgingResearch #CognitiveDecline #CognitiveImpairment #Cardiometabolic #GutBrainAxis #LifesEssential8 #HealthyAging #MetabolicSyndrome #BodyFat #ChronicInflammation #HealthyLifestyles #Neuroscience #Psychology #Cognition #CognitiveHealth #Neuropsychology #HealthyBrain #Metabolic #Vegetarian #NeuroInflammation #MetabolicHealth #Microbiome

🔶 NUTRITIONAL PSYCHIATRY In search for Scientific Evidence on the effects of Nutrition on Mental Health and Cognitive Function - Nutritional Psychiatry is an emerging field of Research that aims to identify which Nutrients and Dietary components are important for Mental Health, and establish the Specific Preventive and Therapeutic Applications of these Nutrients. - The review emphasizes the Connection between Diet and Mental Health, suggesting that what we eat not only impacts Physiology and Body Composition but also influences mood and Mental Well-being. - A growing emerging data indicates a Strong association between a poor Diet and the worsening of Mental Health Disorders, including anxiety, depression, and other Neuropsychiatric Conditions. - The composition, structure, and function of the Brain depend on Nutrients, making Diet a Modifiable Variable for Mental Health. - A Higher Quality Diet in Adulthood is associated with a Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline. Furthermore, the inclusion of Antioxidant Polyphenols in the Diet of Older People has been linked to Improved Cognitive Function. - Unbalanced Diets Increase the Risk of Cardiometabolic Disease and Cognitive Decline, emphasizing the negative consequences of poor-quality diets on Mental Health and Cognitive Function... ... CONTINUE ... ▶ See Full Summary at > https://lnkd.in/gJ3E95E2 #NutritionalPsychiatry #Nutrition #Nutritionaltherapy #Nutritionmatters #BrainHealth #HealthyDiet #Cognitive #CognitiveFunction #OlderAdults #Memorycare #Obesity #Memoryloss #Dementia #Aging #Agingwell #BrainHealth #Healthyfood #PlantBasedNutrition #MCI #Adiposopathy #BrainHealthmatters #AgingResearch #CognitiveDecline #CognitiveImpairment #Cardiometabolic #GutBrainAxis #LifesEssential8 #HealthyAging #MetabolicSyndrome #BodyFat #ChronicInflammation #HealthyLifestyles #Neuroscience #Psychology #Cognition #CognitiveHealth #Neuropsychology #HealthyBrain #Metabolic #Vegetarian #NeuroInflammation #MetabolicHealth #Microbiome

Understanding Your Relationship with Coffee: Genetics Behind Caffeine Sensitivity Did you know that your sensitivity to caffeine isn't just about feeling energized after that morning cup of coffee? Genetics play a significant role, and this has implications not only for our daily routine but also for our health. Research has shown intriguing connections between caffeine sensitivity and anxiety. The findings from a systematic review, even though limited to a small number of research articles, indicates that a significant portion of patients with panic disorder experienced panic attacks following caffeine intake, whereas none reported such episodes after taking a placebo. Furthermore, these patients were notably more susceptible to panic attacks from caffeine compared to healthy individuals. Studies also suggest that caffeine heightened anxiety levels in patients with panic disorder as well as in healthy adults at similar doses. This discovery further signifies that caffeine sensitivity is closely correlated to anxiety, which in the long run, could affect our general productivity. Here at NalaGenetics, we're delving into these genetic variations to better understand how your body processes caffeine. Our NutriReady™ test examines caffeine intolerance, providing insights into how your genetic makeup might affect your response to this common stimulant. It's a step toward a personalized approach to your overall wellness! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gMD3ZTDC ! Read more about the study at https://lnkd.in/gchS_Cu7 https://lnkd.in/gTkt-MAE Source: General Hospital Psychiatry, JAMA #NalaGenetics #NutriReady #CaffeineIntolerance #PersonalizedHealth

🔬 Highlighting the Power of Creatine in Mental Health Recent studies illuminate the potential of creatine supplementation not only for physical health but also as a promising treatment for depression: 1- Creatine for Treatment-Resistant Depression: Research in Bipolar Disorders shows that creatine monohydrate enhances brain energy metabolism, significantly improving outcomes in resistant depression when added to existing treatment regimens. 2- Dietary Creatine and Depression Risk: An epidemiological study in Translational Psychiatry reveals an inverse relationship between dietary creatine intake and depression risk among U.S. adults, suggesting that higher creatine consumption correlates with lower depression rates. These findings support creatine's potential as a beneficial supplement in mental health treatment strategies. #MentalHealthAwareness #CreatineSupplementation #HealthcareInnovation

Food is medicine 🌿 This is an undeniable truth, especially regarding our mental health. Being a product of our society, the best choices aren’t always easy, or even possible - this is not our fault. Practical, financial, cultural, and multiple psychological factors including knowledge, habits & beliefs influence our choices, sometimes these are unconscious. At a time where we are inundated with health & wellness information, nutrition can become yet another stress in our already stressful, busy lives. If you ARE in a position to take in information and feel you’re ready - or getting ready - to make some changes (without it causing undue pressure!) this free course from Deakin Uni will support you. Available for 3 weeks from date of registering Recommended 3 hours per week #mentalhealth #lifestylemedicine #foodismedicine #holistichealth #evidencebased #foodandmood #counsellor #psychotherapist #beechworth

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), commonly known as depression, affects one in six adults globally. Recent discoveries reveal a promising link between MDD and the gut microbiome. While the field is evolving, pathways connecting the microbiome and MDD through neurotransmitter production, inflammation, immune system regulation, and stress response are being explored. The gut microbiome opens doors for personalized treatments, nutritional psychiatry, and microbiome-based therapies, presenting exciting possibilities for the future of MDD management. Learn more about this promising research and how Jona Microbiome Profiling can provide valuable insights to investigate the microbiome's role in mental health. https://lnkd.in/e5zFqRPV #microbiome #microbiomeresearch #depression #majordepressivedisorder #gutmicrobiome #mentalhealth #gutbrainconnection #gutbrainaxis

Celiac disease is a condition in which eating gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye) triggers an immune response in your small intestine. The prevalence of this disease is 1% of the Western population and is increasing in adults and children (1). We at the Brain Inflammation Collaborative envision a world where the role intestinal inflammation plays in our mental health is widely understood, promptly diagnosed, and treated. Help us spread the word about the link between inflammation and mental health by sharing this content! Citations: 1. Cossu G., et al., Int. Rev. Psychiatry. 2017 #celiacdisease #mentalhealth #inflammation

Studies report that taking omega-3 supplements significantly calm aggression and violent behaviour. Researchers have found that omega-3 fatty acids, commonly found in fish and fish oil supplements, can significantly reduce aggressive behaviour. A study published in, Aggression and Violent Behaviour, analysed data from 29 randomized controlled trials involving nearly 4,000 participants. The findings suggest a 30% reduction in aggression levels, including both reactive and proactive aggression. The study indicates that omega-3 supplements could be a safe and inexpensive addition to existing interventions for reducing aggression in various settings, such as communities, clinics, and the criminal justice system. This comprehensive meta-analysis of trials conducted between 1996 and 2024 supports these conclusions, showing benefits across different demographics and conditions. Another earlier study published in Psychiatry Research 2018 involving 194 French adults found that six weeks of EPA/DHA omega-3 supplementation significantly reduced self-reported physical aggression by 23-26% compared to a placebo group. These studies indicate that omega-3 supplements may be a useful adjunct to other treatments for reducing aggressive behaviour in both clinical and community settings. The evidence suggests potential benefits for both short-term and possibly longer-term aggression management. However, most trials were short-term and further research is needed to explore the long-term efficacy of omega-3 supplementation in reducing aggression. Despite these limitations, the evidence supports implementing omega-3 programs as part of broader strategies to help manage aggressive behaviour. #omega3 #fishoil #aggession #violentbehaviour #n3fattyacids #behaviour #violent #study #sress #epa #dha References 1. Omega-3 supplementation reduces aggressive behavior: A meta-analytic review of randomized controlled trials. Aggression and Violent Behavior Volume 78, September–October 2024, 101956. 2. Omega-3 Supplements Reduce Self-Reported Physical Aggression in Healthy Adults, Psychiatry Research, 261: 307-311, 2018

Gut microbiome predicts cognitive function and depressive symptoms in late life A new research article in Nature, Molecular Psychiatry discusses the relationship between the gut microbiome and cognitive and depressive symptoms in older adults. The study involved analysing gut microbiota from stool samples of 268 participants, particularly focusing on how these microorganisms can reflect and predict cognitive functions and depression levels. Key findings include: 1) A diverse microbial community is linked to poorer cognitive function and higher depression in individuals not taking antidepressants. 2) Certain microbes are associated with specific cognitive and depressive states. For instance, a lower abundance of Bifidobacteria correlates with poor cognitive function, whereas higher GABA degradation is related to greater depression severity. 3) Predictive insights reveal that future cognitive decline could be indicated by specific microbiome compositions, such as lower glutamate degradation and higher histamine synthesis. The study suggests that the gut microbiome not only reflects but could also predict mental health states, offering a non-invasive method for prognosis and monitoring of cognitive and psychological conditions in the elderly. Link to Study: https://lnkd.in/ghA4quYP #microbiome #gutbrainaxis #mentalhealth #guthealth #functionalnutrition #metagenomics

GUT MICROBIOME PREDICTS COGNITIVE FUNCTION AND DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS IN LATE LIFE In older adult depression, cognitive impairment increases the progression to dementia. The microbiota is associated with current mood and cognition, but the extent to which it predicts future symptoms is unknown. In this work, the authors identified microbial characteristics that reflect current cognitive and depressive symptoms and predict future ones. This was based on clinical assessments and stool samples collected from 268 participants with varying cognitive and depressive symptoms. Seventy participants underwent a 2-year follow-up. The findings from this study indicated that cognitive dysfunction and depression are unique with an overall biological effect detectable through the gut microbiota. The microbiome may present a noninvasive readout and prognostic tool for cognitive and psychiatric states. Nature - Molecular Psychiatry 2024 (Open Access) https://lnkd.in/dYd_Yys2