Mental health and nutrition

Nutrients from food or taken as supplements, and nutritional deficiencies, can have a noticeable effect on mental health.

Only a healthy, balanced diet is recommended for depression, anxiety or mental health symptoms.

Depression
Key nutrients for depression:
 * Folate (Folic acid)
 * Magnesium
 * Selenium
 * Vitamin B3
 * Vitamin B6
 * Vitamin C
 * Zinc
 * Omega 3 fatty acids
 * Tyrosine
 * Tryptophan
 * GABA

Learn more

 * Nutrients table - Mental Health Foundation
 * Diet for Depression - WebMD
 * Understanding nutrition, depression, and mental illnesses