MediterraneanDietConsumed bythose living nearthe Mediterraneansea, this type ofdiet improvesphysical andmental healthNeurotransmitterschemical messengersthat transmit signalsacross synapses, thejunctions betweennerve cells, allowingneurons tocommunicate witheach other and withother cellsMagnesiumA lack of thismineral canadd tosymptoms ofdepression andanxietyBalancedDietEating a widevariety of foodsin the rightproportions iscalled thisNutrientDefencienciesDeficiencies invitamins andminerals cannegativelyimpact mentalhealth.Omega3 FattyAcidsYou can findthese in fattyfish as well aschia seeds, flaxseeds, andwalnutsFree!MealPrepDo this to havehealthy mealsavailable foryourself everydayProcessedFoodsThese foodsnegativelyaffect brainchemistry andcontribute toinflammation.InflammationThe body'simmune responseto harmful stimulilike pathogens,damaged cells, orirritantsRefinedcarbohydratesWhite breadwould be anexample ofthisFiberFound in plantbased foods andwhole grains, thistype of carbcannot beabsorbed by thehuman bodyAttentionDeficitHyperactivityDisorderThe consumptionof sugar, fast food,and soft drinks canworsen symptomsof this disorder inadults and childrenFolateThis type of Bvitamin helpsproduce dopamineand is found inleafy greens,lentils, andcantaloupesProbioticsYogurt, kefir,and fermentedfoods are goodsources oftheseDepressionand AnxietyEating brainhealthy food hasbeen proven tolessen the risk ofthese two mentalhealth conditionsVitaminCThis vitamin isfound in bellpeppers, citrusfruits, broccoli,and brusselsproutsGutHealthA healthybalance ofgood and badbacteria isnecessary tomaintain thisAntioxidantsFound inberries,leafygreens, and darkchocolate, theseneutralize freeradicals in yourbodyFruits andVegetablesAt least five aday of theseshould beconsumeddailyBloodSugarLevelsEatingbalancedmealsregularly cankeep this evenHighSodiumFoodsHigh bloodpressure andstroke can oftenresult fromconsuming toomuch of thesetypes of foodsFoodDesertAn urban areain which it isdifficult to buyaffordable orgood-qualityfresh foodVitaminDThis vitaminimproves moodand is found infatty fish andsunlightexposureFoodInsecurityThe lack ofavailablefood iscalled thisBloodSugarSpikesConsuminglarge amountsof sweetsusually causesthis in yourbloodWholeGrainsThis is abetter choicethan refinedgrainsWaterA mininum ofeight glasses ofthis drinkshould beconsumed dailyPortionControlHavingcontrol overthis will helppreventovereatingDehydrationCaused by lowwater intake, evena mild case of thiscan affect mood,energy levels, andcognitive function.SaturatedfatsFried foodsusuallycontain a lotof this type ofunhealthy fatCaffeineandAlcoholEnjoying toomuch of thiscan disruptyour moodand sleepCondimentsA suprisingly highamount of saltand sugar can befound in this extraitem we add toour foodHealthyFatsAvocados,olive oil, andnuts are anexample oftheseFoodLabelsThis is whatyou read to findthe nutritionalinformation ofpackaged foodMediterraneanDietConsumed bythose living nearthe Mediterraneansea, this type ofdiet improvesphysical andmental healthNeurotransmitterschemical messengersthat transmit signalsacross synapses, thejunctions betweennerve cells, allowingneurons tocommunicate witheach other and withother cellsMagnesiumA lack of thismineral canadd tosymptoms ofdepression andanxietyBalancedDietEating a widevariety of foodsin the rightproportions iscalled thisNutrientDefencienciesDeficiencies invitamins andminerals cannegativelyimpact mentalhealth.Omega3 FattyAcidsYou can findthese in fattyfish as well aschia seeds, flaxseeds, andwalnutsFree!MealPrepDo this to havehealthy mealsavailable foryourself everydayProcessedFoodsThese foodsnegativelyaffect brainchemistry andcontribute toinflammation.InflammationThe body'simmune responseto harmful stimulilike pathogens,damaged cells, orirritantsRefinedcarbohydratesWhite breadwould be anexample ofthisFiberFound in plantbased foods andwhole grains, thistype of carbcannot beabsorbed by thehuman bodyAttentionDeficitHyperactivityDisorderThe consumptionof sugar, fast food,and soft drinks canworsen symptomsof this disorder inadults and childrenFolateThis type of Bvitamin helpsproduce dopamineand is found inleafy greens,lentils, andcantaloupesProbioticsYogurt, kefir,and fermentedfoods are goodsources oftheseDepressionand AnxietyEating brainhealthy food hasbeen proven tolessen the risk ofthese two mentalhealth conditionsVitaminCThis vitamin isfound in bellpeppers, citrusfruits, broccoli,and brusselsproutsGutHealthA healthybalance ofgood and badbacteria isnecessary tomaintain thisAntioxidantsFound inberries,leafygreens, and darkchocolate, theseneutralize freeradicals in yourbodyFruits andVegetablesAt least five aday of theseshould beconsumeddailyBloodSugarLevelsEatingbalancedmealsregularly cankeep this evenHighSodiumFoodsHigh bloodpressure andstroke can oftenresult fromconsuming toomuch of thesetypes of foodsFoodDesertAn urban areain which it isdifficult to buyaffordable orgood-qualityfresh foodVitaminDThis vitaminimproves moodand is found infatty fish andsunlightexposureFoodInsecurityThe lack ofavailablefood iscalled thisBloodSugarSpikesConsuminglarge amountsof sweetsusually causesthis in yourbloodWholeGrainsThis is abetter choicethan refinedgrainsWaterA mininum ofeight glasses ofthis drinkshould beconsumed dailyPortionControlHavingcontrol overthis will helppreventovereatingDehydrationCaused by lowwater intake, evena mild case of thiscan affect mood,energy levels, andcognitive function.SaturatedfatsFried foodsusuallycontain a lotof this type ofunhealthy fatCaffeineandAlcoholEnjoying toomuch of thiscan disruptyour moodand sleepCondimentsA suprisingly highamount of saltand sugar can befound in this extraitem we add toour foodHealthyFatsAvocados,olive oil, andnuts are anexample oftheseFoodLabelsThis is whatyou read to findthe nutritionalinformation ofpackaged food

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  1. Consumed by those living near the Mediterranean sea, this type of diet improves physical and mental health
    Mediterranean Diet
  2. chemical messengers that transmit signals across synapses, the junctions between nerve cells, allowing neurons to communicate with each other and with other cells
    Neurotransmitters
  3. A lack of this mineral can add to symptoms of depression and anxiety
    Magnesium
  4. Eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions is called this
    Balanced Diet
  5. Deficiencies in vitamins and minerals can negatively impact mental health.
    Nutrient Defenciencies
  6. You can find these in fatty fish as well as chia seeds, flax seeds, and walnuts
    Omega 3 Fatty Acids
  7. Free!
  8. Do this to have healthy meals available for yourself every day
    Meal Prep
  9. These foods negatively affect brain chemistry and contribute to inflammation.
    Processed Foods
  10. The body's immune response to harmful stimuli like pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants
    Inflammation
  11. White bread would be an example of this
    Refined carbohydrates
  12. Found in plant based foods and whole grains, this type of carb cannot be absorbed by the human body
    Fiber
  13. The consumption of sugar, fast food, and soft drinks can worsen symptoms of this disorder in adults and children
    Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
  14. This type of B vitamin helps produce dopamine and is found in leafy greens, lentils, and cantaloupes
    Folate
  15. Yogurt, kefir, and fermented foods are good sources of these
    Probiotics
  16. Eating brain healthy food has been proven to lessen the risk of these two mental health conditions
    Depression and Anxiety
  17. This vitamin is found in bell peppers, citrus fruits, broccoli, and brussel sprouts
    Vitamin C
  18. A healthy balance of good and bad bacteria is necessary to maintain this
    Gut Health
  19. Found in berries,leafy greens, and dark chocolate, these neutralize free radicals in your body
    Antioxidants
  20. At least five a day of these should be consumed daily
    Fruits and Vegetables
  21. Eating balanced meals regularly can keep this even
    Blood Sugar Levels
  22. High blood pressure and stroke can often result from consuming too much of these types of foods
    High Sodium Foods
  23. An urban area in which it is difficult to buy affordable or good-quality fresh food
    Food Desert
  24. This vitamin improves mood and is found in fatty fish and sunlight exposure
    Vitamin D
  25. The lack of available food is called this
    Food Insecurity
  26. Consuming large amounts of sweets usually causes this in your blood
    Blood Sugar Spikes
  27. This is a better choice than refined grains
    Whole Grains
  28. A mininum of eight glasses of this drink should be consumed daily
    Water
  29. Having control over this will help prevent overeating
    Portion Control
  30. Caused by low water intake, even a mild case of this can affect mood, energy levels, and cognitive function.
    Dehydration
  31. Fried foods usually contain a lot of this type of unhealthy fat
    Saturated fats
  32. Enjoying too much of this can disrupt your mood and sleep
    Caffeine and Alcohol
  33. A suprisingly high amount of salt and sugar can be found in this extra item we add to our food
    Condiments
  34. Avocados, olive oil, and nuts are an example of these
    Healthy Fats
  35. This is what you read to find the nutritional information of packaged food
    Food Labels