Scientists are increasingly clear that what we eat does not just shape our waistlines, it also influences how our brains regulate mood, stress and resilience. A growing body of research now points to ...

This National Nutrition Month, Keystone Health explores the link between diet and mental health.

Researchers from the United Kingdom recently studied whether a ketogenic (keto) diet, low in carbs, could help adults with treatment-resistant depression. Depression is common in the United States, ...

Could a poor diet be linked to poor mental health? One new study done in Southern California suggests they are related. Doughnut breaks help high school junior Tristan Wong deal with the stress of his ...

Foods rich in magnesium, omega-3s, probiotics, antioxidants, and more can help your nervous system function properly, ...

Still, human data is more nuanced. “While the evidence that the gut microbiome affects mood is relatively strong, evidence that changing the gut microbiome improves mood is not as strong,” Ziegelstein ...

Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects about 10.4 percent of adults in one year and 20.6 percent over a lifetime (Hasin, 2018). Unfortunately, by themselves, psychotherapy and antidepressants only ...

One specific spice could function as a natural antidepressant, an expert says. Saffron, found in popular foods and drinks like paella and herbal teas, has shown promise for its ability to boost mood ...

Let’s face it: There’s a lot in life you can’t control. However, to the degree that you have access to nutrient-dense foods, you can take charge of what you eat to improve your happiness and mental ...