Nutrition

The GI tract is home to billions of bacteria that affect the development of neurotransmitters (chemicals that transport signals from the intestines to the brain). Two common examples are dopamine and serotonin. Eating nutritious food stimulates the development of "good" bacteria, which in turn has a favorable impact on the production of neurotransmitters. A diet full of processed food can cause inflammation that hinders development.

When neurotransmitter production is in good condition, the brain receives the signals easily, and your feelings mirror that. But when the production goes askew, so could your mood. In addition, sugar is considered a significant cause of inflammation, and feeds the "bad" bacteria in the GI tract. Ironically, it can trigger a transient surge in "feel good" neurotransmitters, such as dopamine. That's not ideal for your brain or body either, the effect is a brief sugar high followed soon afterwards by a crash that's bad for your mood.

Vitamin C is very important for our bodies and is one of the most effective nutrients. Weirdly enough with the importance of Vitamin C, our body does not produce this vitamin, this is why it is very important to make sure it is part of your diet. Some benefits of Vitamin C include protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling. Though taking too much Vitamin C isn't good for your health either, it is recommended that adults do not exceed an intake of 2000 mg a day.