This is your brain on food 

 -  Little Brown and Co.,  2020 
 - viii, 374 p.  24 cm. 
<br/><br/> an indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and more 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and index.  TOC:--  Chapter 1 The Gut-Brain Romance--  Chapter 2 Depression: Probiotics, Omega-3s, and the Mediterranean Eating Pattern--  Chapter 3 Anxiety: Fermented Foods, Dietary Fiber, and the Tryptophan Myth--  Chapter 4 PTSD: Glutamates, Blueberries, and 'Old Friends' Bacteria--  Chapter 5 ADHD: Gluten, Milk Caseins, and Polyphenols--  Chapter 6 Dementia and Brain Fog: Microgreens, Rosemary, and the MIND Diet--  Chapter 7 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: NAC, Glycine, and the Dangers of Orthorexia Nervosa--  Chapter 8 Insomnia and Fatigue: Capsaicin, Chamomile, and Anti-Inflammatory Diets--  Chapter 9 Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia: L-Theanine, Healthy Fats, and the Ketogenic Diet--  Chapter 10 Libido: Oxytocin, Fenugreek, and the Science of Aphrodisiacs--  Chapter 11 Cooking and Eating for Your Brain--  Appendix A Glycemic Load of Carbohydrates--  Appendix B Common Sources of Vitamins and Select Minerals--  Appendix C Antioxidants and ORAC-- 
<br/><br/> Did you know that blueberries can help you cope with the aftereffects of trauma? That salami can cause depression, or that boosting Vitamin D intake can help treat anxiety? ; When it comes to diet, most people's concerns involve weight loss, fitness, cardiac health, and longevity. But what we eat affects more than our bodies; it also affects our brains. And recent studies have shown that diet can have a profound impact on mental health conditions ranging from ADHD to depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, dementia and beyond. ; A triple threat in the food space, Dr. Uma Naidoo is a board-certified psychiatrist, nutrition specialist, and professionally trained chef. In This Is Your Brain on Food, she draws on cutting-edge research to explain the many ways in which food contributes to our mental health, and shows how a sound diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues. ; Packed with fascinating science, actionable nutritional recommendations, and delicious, brain-healthy recipes, This Is Your Brain on Food is the go-to guide to optimizing your mental health with food. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780316536820 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Uniform Titles: </label><br/>RM THERAPEUTICS. PHARMACOLOGY
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Brain health<br/>Mental health<br/>Nutritional psychiatry<br/>Nutrition