Join Liz for an enlightening session that delves into the powerful connection between what we eat and how we feel. “Food and Mood” explores the intricate relationship between nutrition and mental well-being, providing valuable insights into how dietary choices
can influence mood, cognitive function, and overall emotional health. Diet and nutrition are critical for human physiology and have a significant effect on mood and mental well-being. There is a strong association between a poor diet and the exacerbation of mood disorders, including anxiety and depression. As we age neuronal damage occurs and can affect different areas of the brain. Fortunately, there are many simple diet and lifestyle changes that you can implement to support your brain health.
In this session Liz will cover the science behind mood-boosting foods, the impact of nutrient deficiencies on mental health, and practical dietary strategies to enhance emotional resilience. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how balanced nutrition can help manage stress, anxiety, and depression, while promoting a more positive and energised outlook on life.
Discover how to harness the power of food to support mental well-being and take away practical tips for incorporating mood-enhancing foods into your daily routine. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to nourish your mind as well as your body.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the critical role of diet and nutrition in human physiology and mental well-being.
Recognize the strong association between poor diet and the exacerbation of mood disorders, including anxiety and depression.
Identify the impact of nutrient deficiencies on mental health.
Learn about the science behind specific mood-boosting foods.
Discover how balanced nutrition can help manage stress, anxiety, and depression.
Explore practical dietary strategies to enhance emotional resilience.
Gain insights into simple diet and lifestyle changes to support brain health as we age.
Understand how neuronal damage affects different areas of the brain and how diet can mitigate these effects.
Learn practical tips for incorporating mood-enhancing foods into daily routines.
Harness the power of food to promote a more positive and energised outlook on life.
