What we eat not only affects us physically but also affects our moods and ability to handle stress. Our brain chemicals, known as neurotransmitters are closely linked with what we eat. The most common of these; dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine are only working properly when we have adequate complex carbohydrate and protein consumption in our diets. It also important that we have proper absorption of our nutrients from our diet, so they can be put to good use

What To Avoid and Increase in Your Diet to Avoid Depression With Good Nutrition.

• Sugar, avoiding both artificial and processed sweeteners.
• Alcohol which is a depressant for your nervous system.
• Caffeine and soft drinks which over stimulate our bodies and are loaded with sugar.
• Fried, fatty, processed or refined foods and those high in saturated fats and hydrogenated oils. These foods are more or less empty calories, only benefiting in filling you and not feeding your brain with anything you need.
• Increase good fats in your diet such as polyunsaturated and monounsaturated oils.
• Eliminate food allergies by Isolating intolerances and sensitivies in your diet. This is a key factor to good neurotransmitter function. For instance, gluten-found in wheat products primarily has been linked to depressive disorders.
• Increase lean protein consumption such as wild cold-water fish, legumes, nuts, seeds and fermented dairy products, like yogurt which help to balance your diet.
• Increase whole grains, veggies and fruits aiming for ten servings daily. Fresh food is always preferred over canned.
• Daily exercise which increases your heart-rate.  Even a moderate level daily is an absolute opponent to depression.

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