Nutritional deficiency can cause depression

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Yes, nutritional deficiencies, such as lack of vitamins (B12, D), omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals like magnesium, can contribute to depression. These nutrients are vital for brain function and mood regulation. A poor diet can lead to imbalances that affect neurotransmitter production. Addressing these deficiencies may help improve mental health.

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00:00What Kinds of Nutritional Deficiencies Can Cause Depression and Mood Disorders?

00:10Be sure to be aware of the following deficiencies in order to improve your well-being.

00:14A healthy food deficiency refers to people incorporating very few fresh foods into their

00:19diet.

00:20The reason why so many people are obese and depressed is because they are feeding themselves

00:25and their families over-processed foods.

00:28Next, an omega-3 fatty acids deficiency can impact brain function and your mental outlook.

00:34Consuming more can not only improve your mental health, but also helps to relieve inflammation

00:39and pain.

00:41A vitamin D deficiency has the ability to create a higher risk for depression and panic

00:46disorders among individuals.

00:48It is also important for immune function, bones, and brain health.

00:53It has been proven that there is a link between vitamin B deficiency and mood disorders, including

00:57depression.

00:59Having an iodine deficiency can be serious because iodine is necessary for your thyroid

01:04to work properly.

01:05The thyroid gland affects every function of the body, including body temperature, immune

01:10function, and brain function.

01:13An amino acid deficiency would involve not eating the kinds of food necessary for optimal

01:18brain function, which can cause stress, depression, and anxiety.

01:24Amino acids are found in meat, eggs, fish, high-quality beans, seeds, and nuts.

01:31Researchers have found that many people who suffer from depression and mood disorders

01:35are deficient in not just one nutrient, but multiple, which all contribute to their symptoms.

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