The Gut-Brain Connection
The Gut is often called this due to its influence on mood and emotions
What is the "second brain"?
This nutrient is found in Salmon and nuts and is know to reduce inflammation and improve brain functioning.
What is Omega-3 fatty acids
Refined sugars
This is a good snack alternative to chips for mental health wellness
What are nuts, fruits, or seeds (carrots, celery etc also accepted)
This bodily area is the location of 90% of your bodies Serotonin, one of the neurotransmitters responsible for happiness.
Wha is the Gut
What is Serotonin?
These antioxidant rich foods help protect brain cells and protect brain cells from stress damage.
What is Berries, Dark Chocolate or Spinich
What stimulant found in coffee and energy drinks can worsen anxiety if consumed in excess
What is caffeine?
This liquid should be consumed regularly throughout the day to stay hydrated.
Water
This nutrient is often called the building block of the brain.
what is Omega 3 fatty acids?
The trillions of bacteria in your gut are collectively called this.
What is the gut microbiome
This creamy dairy based food often has probiotics that support gut health and mood regulation
What is Yogurt?
Processed foods often are bad for mental health partially because they increase this normal body process.
What is inflammation?
This is a whole grain breakfast that contains plenty of fiber and is great with added fruits or nuts.
What is oatmeal?
Fill in the blank. Complex BLANKS are one of the best food groups for stabilizing mood and energy levels
What are carbohydrates?
This type of food contains bacteria that supports a healthy microbiome.
What is Probiotics?
This food group stabilizes blood sugar and prevents mood swings.
What is Protein or Whole Grains?
This drink can act as a depressant, worsen your mood and worsen your mental health
What is alcohol?
Adding at least one serving of this to every meal can help boost your energy, improve your gut health and support you mood
What is vegetables?
Antioxidant's main role in mental health wellness is to protect this cell type from damage.
What are brain cells?
This normal body process can be triggered to excess by bad food exacerbating anxiety and depression
What is inflammation?
This food group provides a good source of fiber and nutrients that support a healthy gut and brain
What are fruits or vegetables?
consuming too much fast food or processed foods can exacerbate these common mental health symptoms
What are depression and anxiety?
This habit done at the beginning of the week, can save time, reduce stress, and help ensure healthier eating choices.
What is meal prep?
This is a sign or symptom of dehydration that can affect mood or focus.
What is Fatigue, difficulty concentrating, or irritability