Is too much junk food making you depressed?
November 9, 2009 8:36 am Nutrition, Parenting
Andrew Cate is an energetic and motivating personal trainer, weight loss coach, public speaker and author. Andrew pursued a career in health and fitness after losing both his grandfathers to preventable lifestyle illnesses. http://www.thehfactordiet.com
Andrew had this to say in his last newsletter (you can sign up it’s free) that I believe is worth a mention to families raising children in today’s fast paced world.
“A 2009 study has found that a diet heavy in processed and fatty foods increases the risk of depression. Compared with people who ate mainly “whole foods”, those with a diet heavy in processed food had a 58 percent higher risk of depression. The processed foods included processed meat, high-fat dairy products, fried foods and sweetened desserts. Researchers also found that people who ate plenty of fresh vegetables, fruit and fish had a 26 percent lower risk of depression, and could even help prevent the onset of depression.
The researchers believe the mental health benefits of whole foods could come from higher levels of antioxidants, the omega 3 fats in fish, and the wider variety of nutrients consumed”.
Motivational quote of the week
“When you find yourself stressed, ask yourself one question: Will this matter five years from now? If yes, then do something about the situation. If no, then let it go.”
