The Impact of Diet on Mental Health

By making healthy choices regarding what we eat, we can positively impact our emotions and reduce the risk for developing a mental health disorder.

In the winter months in particular, it's not uncommon to reach for food for comfort. With the shorter days and less daylight, not to mention subzero temperatures, winter can seem dreary and never-ending. Turning to sugarfilled goodness or salty snacks may make you feel better in the moment, but in the long-run, it can negatively impact your mood and overall mental health.

So, if you’re feeling the winter "blahs", research suggests the answer to a better mood and more energy may be on your dinner plate and in your snack drawer. While food shouldn't be considered "good" or "bad," your choices matter more than you may realize.

Check out this article from Mental Health America for additional information.

Healthy Diet: Eating with Mental Health in Mind

You've probably heard the expression, "you are what you eat," but what exactly does that mean? Put simply, food is fuel, and the kinds of foods and drinks you consume determine the types of nutrients in your system and impact how well your mind and body are able to function.

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Preventing Underage Cannabis Use: Risk/Protective Factors & Effective Communication, Q&A session with Gisela Rots

The PTTC Cannabis Prevention Working Group has developed a two-module, 2.5-hour webinar course on how to address youth cannabis use. The course presents new information about how the perception of harm and related factors impact youth cannabis use are emerging, the research behind those factors, as well as evidence-informed strategies for addressing them. Join a live session about the course with the developer, Gisela Rots. Gisela will provide a quick overview and recap of the course and be available to clarify any questions you may have about the content.

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FDA Concludes that Existing Regulatory Frameworks for Foods and Supplements are Not Appropriate for Cannabidiol, Will Work with Congress on a New Way Forward

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