Caffeine
Food
Vitamins & Supplements
Water
True & False
100

Caffeine is associated with worsening symptoms of this mental health issue.

Anxiety

100

Which foods have a negative impact on mental health?

Foods with high sugar and high fat (pizza, ice cream, pastries, hamburgers).
100

Is it better to get your nutrients from vitamins or food? For example, a Vitamin C pill versus eating an orange with the same amount of Vitamin C.

Eating whole foods is better. It provides a variety of nutrients, fiber, and phytochemicals (protection against several diseases).

100

What factors of decrease water consumption lead to higher levels of depression?

dehydration, zapping the brain's energy, and cutting down serotonin production

100

Caffeine helps us learn better.

True. It boosts cognitive performance, speeds up reaction times, and helps people maintain attention. It is also linked to better learning retention.

200

Caffeine is correlated with reducing rates of this mental health disorder.

Depression

200

Which foods have a positive impact on mental health?

Whole foods (fruits, fish, vegetables, eggs, nuts and seeds, beans, fermented foods). "The Mediterranean Diet"

200

Which vitamins have been found to benefit mental health?

Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Vitamin D, B Vitamins and Magnesium

200
How does increased water intake affect depression and anxiety?

It decreases levels of anxiety and depression.

200

Caffeine will not interfere with sleep as long as you consume it at least 4 hours before bedtime.

False. Caffeine can interfere with sleep up to 6 hours before bedtime.

300

What percentage of American adults drink coffee every day?

80%

300
What role does gut bacteria play in mental health?

"Good" bacteria reduces inflammation and provides a strong barrier against toxins. It helps you absorb nutrients from food and it activates neural pathways between the gut and the brain.

300
Name a naturally occurring non-food source of Vitamin D.

Sunlight

300

Is any liquid intake going to provide same benefit as drinking plain water?

No. Plain water is the healthiest way to hydrate.

300

95% of the body's serotonin is produced in the gastrointestinal tract.

True

400

When do researchers recommend is the best time of day to drink coffee to boost energy?

Mid morning or early afternoon. Soon after waking, your body produces cortisol, a natural energy booster. This dips later on in the day.

400

Traditional diets like the Mediterranean diet and traditional Japanese have been correlated with reduced rates of what mental health disorder?

Depression. Risk reduces 25% to 35% compared to people on a typical Western diet.

400
What function of the body do B vitamins and magnesium help?

They play crucial roles in neurological function, neurotransmitter production, and stress response regulation.

400
What are signs that you're drinking enough water?

You rarely feel thirsty and your urine is colorless or light yellow.

400

It is not possible to get too much of vitamins or nutrients.

False. Too high of a dose can increase risk of some diseases.

500

What professional group drinks the most coffee in the United States?

Food workers. Scientists come second.

500

What is a "clean" diet and how does it affect mood?

"Clean" means cutting out all processed foods and sugar. Many people report feeling better physically and emotionally.

500

Does "natural" mean safe?

No. Not all naturally occurring substances are safe. Discuss decision to take any vitamins or supplements with your doctors.

500
What are signs of dehydration?

urine that's dark yellow in color, weakness, low blood pressure, dizziness, or confusion

500

Drinking water increases risk of developing dementia.

False. Not drinking enough water can increase risk of dementia. Also, people with dementia have difficulty staying hydrated.

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