In my previous article about weight loss and depression I discussed this
problem briefly, but now it's time to take a more specific and medical
look at the problem. I feel it is important to understand what we are
dealing with to find solutions for this situation and I also want to
provide little more information how it's related to weight loss.
Many people who have an overweight problem feel that it is also one
reason they feel depressed. They feel pain and psychological stress
because of this and they are told by their doctor that if they lose
weight the pain will go away. It is true that weight loss may reduce
some arthritic or musculoskeletal pain and reduce limitations to
movement. However, some pain is due to other entities like too little
sleep, and weight loss is not the first answer. Also depression is
mostly a psychological condition, and this is important to understand
clearly. However, being over weighted contributes to depression on a
psychological level because many people have a bad self image because of
it. It also affects our body chemistry, which in turn can have a bigger
affect to our mental health than we know.
If we now look at this problem medically, it has been proven that a
chemical called Serotonin, which is found in the brain, helps us stay
happy. If we lack Serotonin, temporary treatment could be getting more
of it for a short period of time. Eating carbohydrates helps to increase
serotonin levels and could be the reason we sometimes feel we need more
of them. From this is easy to draw a conclusion that if you suffer from
depression, do not follow a carbohydrates restricted or
low-carbohydrates eating plan. There are diets available for people who
want to eat only the healthiest carbohydrates. Good carbohydrates
include foods like oats, whole wheat bread, pasta, basmati or wholegrain
rice, and beans or legumes.
Studies show also that small amounts of Selenium have also been
effective in the treatment of depression. Selenium can be obtained by
eating whole wheat bread, bran, Brazil nuts, tuna, onions, tomatoes and
broccoli. Include some of these healthy foods on a regular basis in your
diet.
We all know vegetables and salad are healthy, and I strongly recommend
including these in your diet, also include a couple of meals with fish
each week - unless you're a vegetarian. The antioxidants and fatty acids
found in these foods help protect the brain cells from ageing which can
in turn help fighting depression and keeps you in good overall
condition and health.
When one is depressed, it is important to find uplifting things to do
and enjoy life's small pleasures. For this reason, don't skip meals,
especially don't skip breakfast! Eat a good healthy breakfast and try to
exercise daily. Exercise will get your mind and body going and thinking
of other things and you will feel much better. When you exercise, you
will burn calories, so make sure you eat enough to get the needed
building blocks for your body.
To have a stable metabolism is wise and healthy and it will affect your
blood-sugar levels, which in turn improves mood, and will help you in
your battle against depression. This is why a regular daily routine can
help, when you combine exercise and diet. It is always better to eat
several small meals than just a couple big meals per day. Your system
will manage the metabolism easier because it doesn't have to digest big
amounts of food and it prevents unnecessary fatigue. These are all smart
approaches towards a healthier and balanced life and will help you
conquer depression.
Kevin White has studied overweight problems for two decades, his methods and psychology have helped countless people to success.
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