The surprisingly dramatic role of nutrition in mental health

Max points: 5 Type: TEDx Talk

This talk explores the powerful connection between nutrition and mental health, showing how diet and micronutrients can prevent, treat, and reduce psychiatric illnesses. Backed by research and real-world studies, it challenges the overreliance on medications and highlights food as a safe, cost-effective tool for improving mental well-being.

Channel: TEDx Duration: 0:17:42

Questions

1. What historical example does the speaker use to illustrate slow acceptance of health innovations?

Development of insulin therapy Discovery of antibiotics Introduction of vaccines Mandating citrus on ships to prevent scurvy

2. What radical idea does the speaker compare to Semmelweis's hand-washing advice in the 19th century?

Optimizing nutrition for mental health The use of antibiotics Regular exercise routines Mindfulness meditation

3. In the speaker's ADHD study, what was a key outcome for participants who took micronutrients compared to placebo?

They had worse symptoms long-term They became dependent on supplements No difference was observed Twice as many responded positively

4. What dietary pattern is consistently associated with a lower risk of depression?

Low protein diet Mediterranean or unprocessed diet High sugar diet Western diet

5. According to the 2013 New Zealand Health Survey, how did psychiatric illness rates in children change over five years?

They stayed the same They decreased by half They doubled They tripled

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