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The Better Brain

How Nutrition Will Help You Overcome Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and Stress
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The Better Brain by Julia J Rucklidge and Bonnie J Kaplan explores how nutrition affects mental health. It delves into the science behind how certain nutrients can improve brain function and resilience, offering practical advice for a healthier, more balanced mind.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in understanding how nutrition affects mental health. It offers insights into how dietary choices can improve brain function and emotional well-being, supported by scientific research. Perfect for those looking to enhance their mental health naturally.

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The surprisingly dramatic role of nutrition in our mental health, and how diet and micronutrients can be used to help treat and prevent anxiety, depression, ADHD and other mental health disorders.

'The Better Brain is the first book that will tell you both how and why nutrients can be used to treat mental-health issues.

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The Better Brain by Julia J Rucklidge and Bonnie J Kaplan is a revolutionary exploration into the connection between diet and mental health. This groundbreaking book reveals the surprisingly dramatic role that nutrition plays in stabilising mood, preventing and treating mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and enhancing overall brain health. Through detailed research and clinical studies, the authors present compelling evidence that the key to mental wellness may actually be found in our kitchens rather than pharmacies.

Leading scientists Bonnie Kaplan and Julia Rucklidge have spent their careers investigating how the foods we consume affect our mental well-being. With hundreds of peer-reviewed studies behind them, this paradigm-shifting book offers a culmination of their decades of work. The Better Brain is the first book to clearly outline how optimal nutrition can be harnessed to combat a range of mental health issues and improve brain function.

Kaplan and Rucklidge share their findings in an accessible format, making scientific research understandable for a general audience. From the nutrients in our soil to the processed foods that dominate our diets, the authors explain the hidden factors contributing to rising rates of depression and other mental health disorders. They reveal how a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, pulses, fish, and olive oil can foster a healthier brain and greater emotional resilience.

The book is not merely theoretical; it includes practical advice for integrating these nutritional principles into your daily life. Alongside scientific explanations, readers will find a comprehensive nutritional plan designed to enhance brain health. To make this plan even easier to follow, The Better Brain features thirty delicious, mood-boosting recipes that highlight the principles discussed, making the journey to a healthier, happier brain both enjoyable and achievable.

The Better Brain also delves into the benefits of incorporating supplementary vitamins and minerals into one's diet and provides guidelines on the most effective ways to do so. Whether you are dealing with a specific mental health issue or simply looking to optimise your brain function, this book offers invaluable insights and practical advice that will empower you to take control of your mental well-being through the power of nutrition.

This essential guide is perfect for anyone seeking to understand the surprising link between diet and mental health, and how making simple changes in the kitchen can lead to profound improvements in emotional stability and overall brain function. By following the wisdom and research of Kaplan and Rucklidge, you can unlock the potential for a better brain and a better life.

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The Better Brain by Julia J Rucklidge and Bonnie J Kaplan highlights groundbreaking research showing how proper nutrients can address various mental health issues. The book discusses how modern agricultural practices and food processing have deprived our brains of essential nutrients, often leading to reliance on medications. The authors suggest that solutions might be found in dietary changes and the right supplements.

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ISBN: 9781785043567

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vermilion

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 233.0mm

Weight: 450g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Bonnie J Kaplan (Author) BONNIE J. KAPLAN, PhD is a Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary in Canada. In 2019, she was awarded the prestigious Dr. Rogers Prize, a national award given every two years in Canada for research or clinical work in complementary, alternative, integrative health. She lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Julia J Rucklidge (Author) JULIA J. RUCKLIDGE, PhD is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. She was named in the top 100 Most Influential Women in New Zealand in 2018. Her 2014 TEDx talk has been viewed over 1.5 million times.

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