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Diet and your mind

We all know the saying: "You are what you eat". This also applies to how we think and concentrate and plays a huge role in how we deal with emotions. Gain greater control over how you think and feel by eating properly. We show you how.

Nervous system health

In this article, DietDoc explores the effects of important members of the B-complex vitamins on the health of the central nervous system (CNS).

Diet and your brain

The control of appetite in humans is a highly complex process. The human nervous system transmits messages in the form of electric signals through the brain and nerves.

Diet & your brain: appetite

The control of appetite in humans is a highly complex process. The human nervous system transmits messages in the form of electric signals through the brain and nerves.

Diet and Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease, with its progressive loss of memory, is one of the most feared diseases. What is the role of the diet in the prevention and treatment of this condition?

Nervous system and minerals

Certain minerals, such as iron and iodine, are vital at certain stages of our development to ensure that our brains and nervous systems develop normally.

Diet and cognitive function

The central nervous system is exquisitely sensitive to its nutrient supply, and has profound effects on dietary intake. This concept can be applied to the diets of elderly people.

Omegas explained

Omega-3 and Omega-6, also known as essential fatty acids are on the tip of everyone’s tongue. What exactly are they, where do they come from and how do they help?

Diet and your nervous system

The importance of a healthy diet in the maintenance of the brain and nervous system should not be underestimated. Read DietDoc's comments.

Minerals and your nervous system

Certain minerals, such as iron and iodine, are vital at certain stages of our development to ensure that our brains and nervous systems develop normally. DietDoc explains.

Diet & your brain: aggression

Aggression has many causes, including psychological stresses, political pressures and hormonal factors. However, research indicates that dietary factors may also play a role.

Diet & your brain: behaviour

There is a nutrient called inositol, which may be able to improve outcomes in bulimia and psychiatric conditions, such as panic disorders, depression and obsessive compulsion.

Dietary support for Alzheimer’s

There is a second way in which dietary interventions can assist Alzheimer's patients, as well as caregivers, and this is by means of dietary support. DietDoc explains.

Diet affects ADHD

Diet can play an important role in normalising the ADHD child’s life. Our DietDoc has advice.

Psychiatry: Drug-food interactions

Take a look at the interactions that may occur between certain foods and drugs used to treat psychiatric or psychological conditions (i.e. antidepressants, anticonvulsants etc.).

Mood food

If your anxiety is spiralling out of control, food should be your ally, not your enemy. So if you find yourself cranky, tired or overworked, try these nine mood-boosting foods.