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  • HOW FOOD AFFECTS YOUR MOOD

    A chalk outline of a human head in profile. In the area of the brain are colorful fruits, vegetables, and grains

    Mental health conditions have been on the rise since the pandemic (XX). One out of five adults in the U.S. has one or more forms of mental illness. Depression and anxiety are the most common conditions, and links have been found between these conditions and healthy diets. Many people look to trendy supplements and shakes…

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  • Nurture your mental health in times of stress

    An Indian man sitting on the floor, his knees are pulled to his chest, his head is resting on his knees and his eyes are shut.

    Considering the increased focus on mental health over the past few years, I was surprised to learn that May has been national Mental Health Awareness Month since 1949. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It is not a fixed characteristic; it can change from time to time like our weight or hair…

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