Title: Nutrition and Mental Health
Headings: 
Nutrition and Mental Health
Mental Health Impact on Overall Health
Mental Health and Nutrition Research
What Is a Healthy Eating Pattern?
What is Healthy Eating?
Self-Care for Health

Content: Physical and mental health are closely linked, and research shows that mental health disorders are associated with the risk, management and progression of diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, stroke, heart disease and cancer. Mental health disorders often precede chronic health issues, while chronic diseases intensify symptoms of mental health disorders. This cycle hinders the treatment of or recovery from either challenge. Addressing mental health should be an important component of disease prevention efforts. Mental Health and Nutrition Research
Current treatments for mental health disorders and illnesses often include medication, therapy or a combination of the two. These treatments have proven efficacy, yet mental health issues continues to rise globally. Treating mental health challenges may require other, less traditional approaches. One approach that is continually being explored is the role of nutrition in mental health. Western dietary habits, which include heavily processed foods, large quantities of refined grains and soft drinks, and little to no fresh produce, increase the risk of depression and provide fewer physical and mental health benefits. Researchers are also studying the efficacy of individual nutrients on the treatment of mental health disorders.