Connecting Food And Your Mood

“The role of diet in mental health may be particularly important for populations who are vulnerable to nutritional shortfalls, such as infants and the elderly, and those consuming a less-than-optimal diet,” says Robin Kanarek, PhD, a Tufts University psychology professor studying the interaction of nutrition and behavior at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. Far too many people fall into the latter category. But with a little effort, people generally can improve their eating habits.