Articles about how your metabolism affects your mental health and overall health, based on scientific evidence, written and reviewed by licensed nutritionists, physicians, and dietitians.
To say that modern society is in a metabolic crisis is an understatement. The modern, western diet has turned most people’s blood sugar into a daily roller coaster that affects every aspect of health and wellness. As of this writing, 1/10 Americans have diabetes and more than 1/3 have prediabetes. That doesn’t include many millions …
Red Light Therapy, also known as photobiomodulation or low-level light therapy, is a therapeutic modality that uses low-intensity, long-wave light for mental and physical healing. Recent research sheds light (pun intended) on its effectiveness in cognitive optimization. The following article discusses the cognitive benefits of red light therapy, including how it sharpens your mind, boosts …
Metabolism is a crucial component of mind-body wellness. If you’ve ever felt “HANGRY,” then you understand. You go a long time without food, and your blood sugar eventually drops, leaving you physically hungry and mentally incapacitated. This hypoglycemic reaction makes you irritable and unable to think. For those who are metabolically flexible, this doesn’t happen …
Metabolism gets a lot of press. You’ve probably heard that it’s important to have a good metabolism to stay in shape. Recent research is now shedding light on metabolism’s role in mental health. Your body’s ability to properly utilize micronutrients, glucose specifically, has a profound effect on your mental state. There are many reasons for …
There is an emerging field of nutritional mental health that looks at holistic factors when treating cognitive disorders. Mental health is not merely a question of what happens inside your head. It’s difficult to fully separate what occurs in your brain, and what occurs in the rest of your body. In particular, new research is …