It used to be that we thought we were bound by our genetics. "My father had it, his father had it — so I’m going to get it anyway. Might as well enjoy life and do whatever I want," was the mindset. However, advances in genetic research have painted a much more empowering picture. Turns out, genetics might load the ... Read More
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Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression: The Role of Genes and Lifestyle (Part 10)
Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression: Blood Sugar’s Role (Part 9)
If you’ve made it this far in our 10-part series on nutrition and mental health — welcome back! And if you’re just joining in, don’t let the fact that this is Part 9 fool you: This topic is just as crucial as the first eight. In fact, understanding blood sugar’s impact on mental health might be the missing piece in ... Read More
Cancer Warnings on Alcohol and the Risks: A Medical Expert’s Take
Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer. Yet much of the public does not know about this danger or the full extent of it. In efforts to raise awareness, former Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, M.D., issued a public advisory in January 2025. It called for cancer warnings on all alcoholic beverages, much like labels on ... Read More
Remote Therapy: Signs That It’s Working, from an Expert
More Americans than ever before are receiving therapy, and most of them — via a working Internet connection and online meeting platform. Remote therapy soared in popularity during the pandemic and has only continued to gain ground, thanks to its convenience and other advantages. Such benefits have helped many people ... Read More
Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression: Gut Inflammation, Leaky Gut, and Stress (Part 8)
In part one of this series, we discussed how inflammation, in general, contributes to mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. In this eighth part, we will focus specifically on how gut inflammation, including a condition known as "leaky gut," has been shown to directly impact mental well-being. Research ... Read More
Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression: The Gut-Brain Connection (Part 7)
Have you ever heard the saying, "You are what you eat"? Well, it turns out that your gut health plays a much bigger role in your mental well-being than you might think. The gut-brain connection has become a hot topic in science, and early research is revealing fascinating insights into how the microorganisms in our gut ... Read More
What Sets Shatterproof FHE Health Apart
Shatterproof FHE Health is a specialized addiction and mental health treatment program for first responders. Its treatments, therapies, and supports are designed to address the unique needs of the men and women, who routinely face crises, danger, and trauma in their job as public servants. What, specifically, sets ... Read More
Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression: Supplements for Deficiencies (Part 6)
In Part 4, we discussed how certain vitamin and mineral deficiencies can contribute to depression and anxiety. While obtaining nutrients from food is always the ideal approach, it's not always realistic or practical for everyone to meet their needs through diet alone, especially when addressing or preventing a ... Read More
