Mental illness will affect almost half of adults at some point in our lives, and the drivers are complex: in the Health Report in the past we talked about its relationship to the immune system, tobacco, and exercise. to name just a few.
We add another to the mix: nutrition. We know it’s good for our bodies, but the evidence shows it’s good for our minds too, and the top dietitian in Australia wants nutritional help covered by Medicare in mental health plans.
Guest:
Dr. Rachelle OpieAccredited dietitian specializing in mental health
Host: Tegan Taylor
Producer: Diane Dean, James Bullen