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Nutritional supplements in Anxiety Disorder.

Mónica Fernández-Rodríguez¹, Isabel Rodríguez-Legorburu², María I López-Ibor Alcocer³

¹Médico Psiquiatra Clínica López Ibor.

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|November 25, 2017

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Poor diet is linked to anxiety, mood, and sleep disorders. Exploring nutrition, phytotherapy, and natural alternatives offers potential treatments for these mental health conditions.

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Area of Science:

Integrative psychiatry and nutritional neuroscience.
Exploration of the gut-brain axis and its influence on mental well-being.

Background:

Western dietary patterns have shifted towards processed, low-nutrient, high-calorie foods.
Modern lifestyles may disrupt traditional healthy eating habits and family meal planning.
Growing interest among young adults in balanced nutrition and culinary skills.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the literature on the relationship between diet and mental health disorders.
To analyze the concept of anxiety in relation to dietary disorders.
To explore natural alternatives and phytotherapy for treating anxiety, mood, and sleep disturbances.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive literature review.
Data sourced from PubMed, PsycARTICLES, PsycCRITIQUES, and PsycINFO.
Keywords included: mental health, nutrition, diet, phytotherapy, natural alternatives, anxiety, mood, and sleep disturbance.

Main Results:

Established a direct link between inadequate diet and the prevalence of anxiety, sleep, and mood disorders.
Analyzed the characteristics and patient impact of these diet-related mental health conditions.
Identified phytotherapy and natural alternatives as potential therapeutic strategies.

Conclusions:

Dietary habits significantly impact mental health, contributing to disorders like anxiety and depression.
A balanced diet and mindful eating practices are crucial for mental well-being.
Natural alternatives and phytotherapy present promising avenues for managing and treating these conditions.