Holistic mental health Blog
Nourishing Your Mind Through the Gut–Brain Axis: The power of fermented foods
Emerging research continues to link a diverse, fiber-rich diet to lower rates of depression and anxiety, improving stress resilience. In other words, eating for your gut may be one of the most accessible and natural ways to support your mental health.
Continued Evidence: Inflammation Impacts Mental Health
In a recent Harvard Medical School study, researchers pinpointed a clear indication of gut health impacting mental health. The study found that an environmental contaminant called diethanolamine (DEA) can occasionally substitute for a sugar alcohol in a molecule produced by M. morganii in the gut.
Art Therapy and Trauma Recovery
Art therapy offers a powerful, natural approach to alleviating the symptoms of PTSD and traumatic experiences. A 2016 study by Drexel University found that engaging in art-making for just 45 minutes can significantly reduce cortisol levels, a stress-related hormone which correlates with prolonged nervous system dysregulation.
Gratitude Reduces Inflammation in our Body and Brain
Gratitude has been shown to reduce inflammation in our bodies and therefore our brains. When our brain is inflamed, the Blood Brain Barrier becomes compromised, it doesn’t function as well and we experience increased depression and anxiety symptoms.
