Exploring the Biological Variables That Promote Mental Health

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

  • There’s a strong connection between your body’s ability to create cellular energy and your mental and emotional health. When cellular energy production decreases, you have less energy overall, including for brain processing
  • Seed oils and processed foods are rich in linoleic acid (LA), which can impair brain function by causing oxidative stress and the formation of toxic metabolic byproducts
  • Sun exposure is a foundational strategy for optimizing your vitamin D level, which is essential for overall health, including brain function. Near-infrared radiation from the sun also boosts mitochondrial energy production
  • Maintaining an adequate glucose intake is also crucial for your brain function
  • Glycine, found in collagen, reduces neuronal excitability, improves sleep quality, and supports cognitive function, mood and neurological health, while choline in egg yolks is a precursor for acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter for the parasympathetic nervous system

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