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    The document discusses how maintaining good mental health is important for overall well-being. While diet alone cannot treat mental health issues like depression or anxiety, certain nutrients from foods like fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, and probiotics have been linked to supporting better mental health. In contrast, a diet high in processed meats, fried foods, and refined grains and sugars is more likely to increase feelings of anxiety or depression. Sticking to a balanced diet can help overall health, including mental health.

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    The document discusses how maintaining good mental health is important for overall well-being. While diet alone cannot treat mental health issues like depression or anxiety, certain nutrients from foods like fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, and probiotics have been linked to supporting better mental health. In contrast, a diet high in processed meats, fried foods, and refined grains and sugars is more likely to increase feelings of anxiety or depression. Sticking to a balanced diet can help overall health, including mental health.

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    The document discusses how maintaining good mental health is important for overall well-being. While diet alone cannot treat mental health issues like depression or anxiety, certain nutrients from foods like fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, and probiotics have been linked to supporting better mental health. In contrast, a diet high in processed meats, fried foods, and refined grains and sugars is more likely to increase feelings of anxiety or depression. Sticking to a balanced diet can help overall health, including mental health.

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    Mental health is a very important component your overall well-being to live a healthy life.

    Depression, anxiety, or even everyday stress can compromise your optimum mental health.
    While food alone has not been shown to be able to treat any of these states, various nutrients are
    available to to help support your mental health!

    While further research is needed, studies have found that a diet rich in antioxidants such as
    vitamins, minerals, fiber, healthy fats and probiotics have been linked to a better state of mental
    health. Fruits and vegetables contain those key vitamins, minerals, and fiber that we need.
    Additionally, healthy fats, like omega-3 fatty acids, include fish and seafood, nuts and seeds, and
    plant oils like flaxseed, soybean, or canola oils. Probiotics are made up of good bacteria that help
    the digestive system stay healthy and working properly. Great sources of probiotics include
    yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and some bread and cheeses.

    On the flip side, a diet high in processed meats, fried food, and refined cereals, candy, and high-
    fat dairy products are likely to make you feel more anxious or depressed. Stick to a well balanced
    diet to help your overall health!

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