(NaturalHealth365) A new study reveals that fast foods destroy your ability to be happy, enjoy sex plus think clearly. Scientifically proven – a “happy meal” is far worse than you can imagine. So, while politician debate about the deficit, health insurance and war – the legal sale of burgers, fries and soda are killing people – every day!
According to a recent study by scientist from the University of Las Palms de Gran Canaria and the University of Granada, eating commercial baked goods such as cakes, croissants, doughnuts (and fast food) can cause depression. This study published in Public Health Nutrition revealed that fast food eaters are 51% more than likely to become depressed that those who eat little to none.
The lead author of the study Almudena Sanchez-Villegas says, “the more fast food you consume, the greater risk of depression.”
A study by researchers at the University of York and Hull York Medical School has confirmed a link between depression and low levels of folate. The research published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, reviewed 11 previous studies involving 15,315 participants showing that low levels of this nutrient is tied to depression. Folate is the nutrient that is lacking in all baked products.
A better way to eliminate depression
Big pharma (toxic chemical) remedies have failed to provide a long-term solution for depression. Drug companies don’t want you to know that emotional upset can be virtually eliminated without the use of a prescription pad. Remember, your lack of medication is NOT the cause of mental disorders. (your diet is the key)
Depression is the leading cause of disability and the number one psychological disorder in the western world. It is a problem seen in all age groups, including the young. At the rate it is increasing is will be the second most disabling condition in the world, the first being heart disease.
It is estimated that about 40 million Americans alone will suffer from depression at some time. About 10 times more people suffer from major depression now than in the 1940′s. In fact, depression affects 121 million people worldwide.
The scope of the problem is wider than the statistics, only half of all depression cases are documented. The available figures are only on patients that seek care or are discovered to have the condition through either surveys or studies.
The sad truth about conventional doctors
Poor food choices are known to diminish our physical health, so it would be fair to say that cognitive decline would be damaged – on a fast food diet. Unfortunately, your (conventional) physician never received adequate training about the relationship between diet and emotions. If you’re not getting positive results with current treatment options – get a second opinion from a well-trained naturopath.
A recent report in Neurology showed an association between unfavorable markers of vitamin B12 status with reduced brain volume and function. Low vitamin B12 can create depression along with fatigue. The brain is known as the “Erogenous Zone” and critical to how we perceive the world around us.
The recommendations for preventing depression are: Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D3, B complex, resveratrol, zinc and a diet loaded with fruits and vegetables. People on a Mediterranean diet have a much lower rate of depression compared to the standard American diet. Polyunsaturated fats found in fish and olive oil along with a high consumption of vegetables are what makes a healthy diet so valuable.
Fast food (or dead food) is linked to heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, obesity and depression. If you want to enjoy a long, healthy life – you know what to do. Don’t wait for a life-threatening medical diagnosis before you take action.
About the author – Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease thru non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.