Bibliograph

This is your brain on food, an indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and more, Uma Naidoo, MD

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This is your brain on food, an indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and more, Uma Naidoo, MD

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 305-359) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

This is your brain on food

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1176460043

Responsibility statement

Uma Naidoo, MD

Sub title

an indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and more

Summary

A Harvard-trained psychiatrist, Cornell nutrition specialist, and professional chef shares actionable dietary recommendations and brain-healthy recipes for foods that can support the treatments of common psychological and cognitive health challenges, from anxiety to sleep disorders

Table Of Contents

The gut-brain romance -- Depression: probiotics, Omega-3s, and the Mediterranean eating pattern -- Anxiety: fermented foods, dietary fiber, and the tryptophan myth -- PTSD: glutamates, blueberries, and "old friends" bacteria -- ADHD: gluten, milk caseins, and polyphenols -- Dementia and brain fog: microgreens, rosemary, and the MIND diet -- Obsessive-Compulsive disorder: NAC, glycine, and the dangers of orthorexia nervosa -- Insomnia and fatigue: capsaicin, chamomile, and anti-inflammatory diets -- Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia: L-Theanine, healthy fats, and Ketogenic diet -- Libido: oxytocin, fenugreek, and the science of aphrodisiacs -- Cooking and eating for your brain

Target audience

adult

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Indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and more

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