Ep. 9 - Food and Mood: How What You Eat Shapes How You Feel

Have you ever noticed how what you eat can completely change the way you think, feel, and function? In this episode, Dr. Tammy Fogarty dives into the fascinating connection between food and mood. From brain-boosting nutrients to the gut microbiome’s surprising role in cravings and emotions, you’ll learn how your plate influences your productivity, energy, and even your outlook on life.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. How nutrient deficiencies drain your focus and productivity

2. Why your diet can leave you anxious and fatigued

3. The powerful connection between the gut and brain

4. How gut microbes actually influence cravings and mood

5. Practical strategies to “fix the gut and fix the brain” with simple food and lifestyle shifts

Achievable Actions:

1. Add one high-fiber plant food (beans, oats, leafy greens) to your day.

2. Swap one processed snack for a whole-food alternative.

3. Move your body—exercise enriches the microbiome and boosts mood.

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