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Image shows an upturned cup of coffee beans, representing some of the effects of caffeine on our mood.

Food + Mood Quiz: does consuming too much caffeine negatively impact mood and exacerbate symptoms of anxiety and depression?

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Food + Mood Quiz: Sadly, it’s true – too much caffeine can affect your mood – and worsen the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Its important to know how food can impact mood, so we can regulate our eating and drinking habits… This is especially important if you’re prone to low mood – or if you’re particularly sensitive to caffeine. In fact, caffeine …

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The Food Mood Connection: are you missing out on some powerful mental health tools?

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The numbers of people in the UK with anxiety and depression are increasing – and figures also show that British diets are lacking in crucial mood health nutrients. This presents a useful opportunity to consider the mood impact of what we’re consuming. Research demonstrates there are many specific mechanisms where food affects mood, including sugar intake, common nutrient deficiencies, suboptimal …

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