Mental Health Articles
Articles on stress, sleep, mood and the gut-brain connection.
About This Topic
Mental health is influenced by sleep, stress physiology, nutrition, digestion, movement and the broader medical picture. These articles cover anxiety, depression, sleep, stress and the gut-brain connection.
This section is intended as a resource for people looking for grounded, supportive ways to understand factors that may be affecting mood and resilience.
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The Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Digestive System Affects Mental Health
The gut-brain axis is revolutionizing our understanding of mental health. Learn how your gut microbiome influences mood, anxiety and cognitive function.
Natural Anxiety Management: Evidence-Based Approaches
Discover evidence-based natural approaches to anxiety management including lifestyle, nutrition and nervous system support from a Halifax naturopathic doctor.
Sleep Optimization: Evidence-Based Strategies That Actually Work
Sleep optimization has become a major health trend. Here's what the research shows about improving sleep quality, from sleep hygiene basics to emerging science.
All Mental Health Articles
Natural Approaches to Depression Support
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
Natural Anxiety Management: Evidence-Based Approaches
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
Sleep Optimization: Evidence-Based Strategies That Actually Work
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
The Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Digestive System Affects Mental Health
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
Adaptogens for Stress: Ashwagandha, Rhodiola and Beyond
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
Optimizing Recovery: Natural Approaches for Athletes
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
How Much Sleep Does An Athlete Need?
By Dr. Colin MacLeod ND
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