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39 - Mental Health and Nutrition with Dr. Ann Childers
39 - Mental Health and Nutrition with Dr. Ann Childers
39 - Mental Health and Nutrition with Dr. Ann Childers
Wednesday 8th January 2020
Learn how nutrition and sleep impact mental health as Dr. Ann Childers shares her expertise on 'Unsweetened Sio'.
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Get the buttons here!Boosting Mental Health with Nutrition: Dr. Ann Childers Shares Her Wisdom
With the addition of nutrition and sleep, I get really great results as soon as I can get- and this is a hard one.
Ever wondered how your diet might be affecting your mental health? In this episode of 'Unsweetened Sio', Siobhan Huggins chats with Dr. Ann Childers, a Lifestyle Psychiatrist who blends traditional psychiatry with the principles of nutrition and sleep to promote overall well-being. Dr. Childers dives into the significance of good nutrition and how deficiencies in essential nutrients like iron, magnesium, and potassium can mimic symptoms of depression and anxiety.
She also sheds light on how the keto diet, which focuses on healthy fats and proteins while limiting carbs, can help address these deficiencies. Dr. Childers doesn't stop there. She discusses the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring, which helps track blood sugar levels in real time, offering valuable insights into how diet and lifestyle impact mental health.
Additionally, she highlights the role of amino acids in managing mood disorders, explaining that neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin are made from these essential nutrients. But it's not all about food. Dr. Childers also shares practical tips for improving sleep, such as avoiding screens before bedtime and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule. Her holistic approach to mental health aims to help individuals achieve greater balance and well-being in their lives.
If you're looking to understand the connection between what you eat and how you feel, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge on how to enhance your mental health through better nutrition and sleep habits.