These top 5 foods to support healthy mental wellness

Mental health is the most discussed topic and a focused subject everyone is looking to improve in daily. Many people are suffering from different segments of mental health and are seeking help and support to address their situations through therapy, medications and supplements. 

As a practitioner of wellness and meeting people with different and similar situations, I've been able to guide individuals according to their lifestyle with protocols that are foundational which encompasses personal holistic practices and lifestyle changes.

I think there are some areas in our lives that we are overlooking or not aware of when tackling this challenge in our society.

You may say "what are we not seeing that we should be seeing?" 
I would say it's the current food system and not getting enough of the nutrient-dense supplies to support our mental wellbeing. There are other practices that we can benefit from to help mental development, but we all eat and everyone's eating style is different and usually what we take in to our bodies we can notice the effects of the food in our system initially.

Here are the top 5 foods with a bonus that will support your mental wellbeing:

Wild Fish - like sardines & salmon are rich in healthy fats such as omega-3s, minerals and other nutrients support mood, balance cellular communication and retard other enzymatic communication that causes imbalances in brain function.

Some nuts & seeds - walnuts, brazil nuts, hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds are good sources of protein, healthy fats vitamin A, E selenium, minerals and phytonutrients to keep the brain fueled with mental- energy and focus. Consume the nuts and seeds in small amounts per serving.

Sea vegetables - algaes, sea weeds, sea moss rich in sea minerals, antioxidants, B vitamins and amino acids for building brain structures and protecting cells from cellular damage. Supports overall wellbeing. Further your research more to make sure you are purchasing non-toxic and sustainable foods like these.

Medicinal Mushrooms - Lion's Mane and Reishi is great for mental support when addressing cognition and the nervous system. You can purchase Lion's Mane in produce or in supplement form. There is some debate in the mushroom industry over whether mycelium or the fruiting body of the mushroom is better to consume. I would consume the food in its whole form.

Micro greens - think about sprouts from beans and veggies and how they are packed with all kinds of nutrients that affect your cells in a positive way. These foods provide life essential nutrients to make you feel alive and vibrant.

Probiotics - the most beneficial organism that support balance in the gut and brain with their military style of communication, production of B vitamins and other enzymatic process. Probiotics are live foods. You can consume them through fermented foods such as, teas, cultured vegetables, dairy products, and tofu.

When we eat well, we feel well mentally, emotionally and physically.

To learn more about enhancing your mental well-being, book a wellness session.

Be well.