"Fueling Your Brain: Expert Tips and Foods for Optimal Cognitive Health"

In a podcast episode of "Chasing Life," CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the connection between food and brain health. He speaks with nutritional psychiatrist Dr. Uma Naidoo about the impact of food on brain function and mental well-being. They discuss the importance of consuming whole foods, such as leafy greens, and avoiding processed foods that can disrupt the gut microbiome. Dr. Naidoo explains how certain foods, like those rich in tryptophan, can act as precursors to serotonin and positively influence mood. While there is still much to learn, the emerging field of nutritional psychiatry offers insights into optimizing brain health through diet.