Scientists are increasingly clear that what we eat does not just shape our waistlines, it also influences how our brains regulate mood, stress and resilience. A growing body of research now points to ...

(WXYZ) — As the days grow shorter and the weather turns cooler, many people may feel their mood dip. For those who struggle with SAD, or seasonal affective disorder ...

You’ve surely heard of probiotics, which can help maintain a healthy gut for better digestion, nutrient absorption and immune support. But a budding class of probiotics called “psychobiotics” is being ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When you hear that exercise can boost your mood, you likely picture yourself running or cycling, probably ...

It’s been a brrrutal winter — even more so for people suffering from seasonal affective disorder. SAD emerges during the fall or winter when daylight hours are shorter. While the “winter blues” might ...

What's the best way to deal with depressiona and anxiety? Quickly and definitively. Whatever kicks them off, depression and anxiety both are maintained by styles of thinking that magnify the initial ...

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One specific spice could function as a natural antidepressant, an expert says. Saffron, found in popular foods and drinks like paella and herbal teas, has shown promise for its ability to boost mood ...

As the clocks fall back for the end of daylight saving time and the season moves closer to winter, many people are often struck with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), better known as seasonal ...

Depression the most common mental health disorder in the United States with nearly one in 10 U.S. adults experiencing some form of it. Depression is affecting younger and younger generations, and ...

Exercise has received growing attention as a way to help with depression, whether in combination with therapy and medication or, in some cases, on its own. A new review by Cochrane, an influential ...

Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend that promotes combining two over-the-counter medications to fight anxiety and depression. AHN says that active ...