I was recently asked…how is it possible that food affects anxiety? Ongoing studies reflect a strong gut/brain connection between food and mental health. Our microbiome contain trillions of microorganisms that regulate brain function along the “gut-brain axis”. |
Animal Foods | Plant Foods |
Oyster | Watercress |
Organ Meat (heart, liver) | Spinach |
Clam | Mustard Greens |
Mussels | Lettuce (Red, Green, Romaine) |
Octopus | Swiss Chard |
Crab | Fresh herbs (Basil, Cilantro, Parsley) |
Tuna | Pummelo |
Lobster | Peppers (bell, serrano) |
Rainbow Trout | Kale |
Salmon | Pumpkin |