Uma Naidoo

The WSJ recently reported that, for the first time since the financial crisis, Frito-Lay saw an annual sales decline. As a Nutritional Psychiatrist, I have long recommended Greek yogurt for improved mental fitness. I hope this is a step towards a shift in the American diet. https://t.co/AUkTaLfvCx

Did you know that asparagus is loaded with brain-boosting nutrients? In addition to folate, asparagus is rich in antioxidants and fiber, protecting the gut-brain barrier. A healthy gut supports a healthy mind! https://t.co/IlmH7pXZ9D

Your brain deserves clean fuel—and clean air. While we can’t always control our environment, we can support our mental resilience with nourishing habits that lower inflammation, support detoxification, and strengthen brain-gut connection. https://t.co/VQVWgdrXdp

Have you ever noticed how, when you're surrounded by nature, your steps feel lighter, your breathing deepens, and your whole pace naturally slows? That’s your body remembering what it means to feel at ease. https://t.co/MY72vwA4OD

Many of these foods cannot be grown domestically at scale, so if the tariffs remain, they could shift the standard American diet.

The U.S. imports many of our favorite foods including bell peppers, strawberries, cucumbers, watermelon, and tomatoes from Mexico; cheese and olive oil from Italy; shrimp and fish from Argentina; and rice from Thailand.

Did you know that swimming in "the wild" has been linked to health benefits? Research shows that open water swimmers express more than double the feeling of autonomy, competence, satisfaction, and happiness than open-pool swimmers. https://t.co/q9mVQ4QE1M

RT @nutrition_facts: When older adults added the equivalent of one cup of blueberries to their daily diet, researchers found improvements i…

Kiwi is one of my favorite fruits. Not only is it delicious, but it is rich in potassium and vitamin C. It is one of my favorite foods for reducing symptoms of anxiety and improving mood overall.

A nutrient-enriched breakfast containing omega-3s, L-tyrosine, L-theanine, vitamins, minerals, and a small dose of caffeine can help anyone living with ADHD process information faster and stay more focused.

RT @GMFHx: 🔬🦠Microbiome tests are becoming popular among the lay public and health professionals to diagnose and manage microbiome-related…

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that high-protein snacks are replacing sweet and salty options. Greek yogurt sales increased 13% last year while fruit snack sales fell 5%. This is a great step in the right direction.

RT @nicknorwitz: 2/5) Saffron vs SSRI (RCT) This double-blind randomized controlled trial compared 6 weeks of saffron supplementation (30mg…

RT @drmarkhyman: For anyone curious about the health benefits / risks of nicotine for cognitive enhancement.

Green tea is rich in antioxidants, in particular L-theanine, easing feelings of stress and anxiety.

RT @GMFHx: Diet can impact the efficacy of prebiotics and probiotics. A new perspective article makes 10 recommendations for designing, con…

RT @MdBreathe: Vitamin D deficiency is the most common lab abnormality I see. 206/285 patients I’ve tested - or 72% - had levels below 50n…