Nutrition & mental health: the close dance of gut-brain and emotion
Topic ID
C11
Duration
1 hour
Audience
Employees
Topic Description
Discover the profound interconnection between nutrition and mental health in our upcoming learning session. While many acknowledge the importance of nutrition for overall wellbeing, few grasp the direct influence it exerts on our brain function, neurochemistry, and mental health. Delve into this fascinating nexus with us as we explore the intricate relationship between gut health, nutrition, and psychology. Join our expert in gut-brain interactions for an enlightening journey that promises to deepen your understanding of how what we eat impacts not only our bodies but also our minds.
Learning Outcomes
- Some key concepts: gut, nutrition, brain, nervous system, and mental health
- The gut-brain relationship/connection
- Risks and challenges for gut-brain health
- Healthy care for gut-brain system
- Holistic wellbeing and your mental health support options
- Reminder of Lyra support
Delivered by behavioural-focused facilitators and not by nutritional experts as the focus is on psychological elements in relation to nutrition and behaviour change.
Disclaimers
Standard duration for most topics is 1 hour. Listen-and-learn sessions can be hosted online or in-person by client organisations. Topics may be adapted upon enquiry.