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Mood Management
 ast weekend I spent four days in Wisconsin learning a more accelerated from of psychotherapy called Brainspotting which was developed by Dr. David Grand largely as an outgrowth from EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprogramming). The idea behind any of these types of therapy is the understanding that the part of our brains that make our adult decisions (neocortex) is influenced by the mid-brain (reptilian brain) that was imprinted in childhood with our memories and perceptions of those memories. These perceptions then form beliefs that can unconsciously "drive the bus of our lives" if we are unable to re-program them. One of the amazing breakthroughs of neuroscience is the knowledge that we CAN re-program these old tapes so that we are in charge of the bus rather than an upset childhood version of ourselves.
The problem with this re-programming plan is that it cannot be done by just having insight into our personalities. Insight happens within the neocortex. Real transformation happens through the integration of that insight in the midbrain. This is why "talk therapy" doesn't work for very long after leaving a therapist's office (if it works at all). There are many factors at play when we are talking about perception of reality and how to make sure you are not acting from your upset child self.
Here's to your health!
Dr. Keesha
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Food and Mood
 | | Erin Dudley, MS RD |
It is well established that mood can trigger food cravings, cause you to overeat or inhibit your appetite entirely. However it is very important to also recognize that the food you eat can impact your mood. I challenge you to pay attention the next time you eat. Do you feel irritated before or after? Feel angry or sluggish? Want to take a nap after you eat? Can't think clearly? Feel weepy? We think this is normal, however we should be feeling invigorated and full of life after a meal not wanting to crawl under the covers and cry.
How Does Food Impact Your Mood?
Food directly impacts mood. Simply stated, we have TWO brains-one in your head, and one in your gut-both of which are created from the same tissue during fetal development.
These two systems are connected by your vagus nerve, the tenth cranial nerve that runs from your brain stem down to your abdomen. It is now well established that the vagus nerve is the primary route your gut bacteria use to transmit information to your brain.
Maintaining optimal gut health is therefore paramount when trying to address your mental state.
The relationship between food and mood in individuals is complex and depends on the time of day, the type and macronutrient composition of food, the amount of food consumed, hormones, genetics, nutrient absorption, detox capability and the age and dietary history. It's very important to understand what your individual body is needing to balance. We have many tests to figure out what particular foods are best for you.
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