Early life stress may raise risks of postpartum depression
Researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine recently revealed their findings suggesting that social stress during teenage may increase one's risk of postpartum depression
EATING FOR A HEALTHIER GUT
We’ve known for several years now that the bacteria in your intestine is related to your mental health. We want diversity in what scientists call the gut’s microbiome: Reduced diversity is related to allergies, inflammation, diabetes, and obesity, along with depression and anxiety.
An article in the New York Times last week delves into gut health, and I recommend reading it and considering some diet changes.
Here’s the biggest takeaway: Reduced calorie, plant-based diets lead to healthier guts.
The article suggests the best way to transform your gut (and therefore your health) is to switch to a high fiber diet focused on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds.
It’s a big change, but it could mean a huge improvement in quality of life.
Go here to read the New York Times article.
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