While diet has been long been known to be an leading factor in many aspects of physical wellness, such as risk of heart disease, diabetes and many types of cancer, it may also be equally as important to mental health. There is accumulating evidence to support the notion that making changes in how we eat may help people decrease their risk of mental health issues like depression, anxiety and dementia. This session will explore some of the recent research and recommendations on how simple changes in can help help supports overall wellness.
Learning Outcomes:
- What current research shows is the association between diet quality and the risk of mental health issues
- Nutrients linked with healthy brains and improved mental health outcomes
- How to manage food cravings and moderate intake of “comfort foods”
Key Themes:
- Health & Wellness
- Mental Health
Presenters:
Sandra Ace is a Registered Dietitian with more than 37years of experience in acute care, long term care, community health and public health settings. She has worked at Health Services since 2005, where she provides nutrition counselling to University of Waterloo students and supports campus-wide nutrition-related education and health promotion initiatives. She strives to empower students with the knowledge and skills to make sustainable lifestyle changes that support physical health, mental wellness and academic success. Sandra is a member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario and Dietitians of Canada and has a particular interest in the area of Eating Disorders.
Sessions:
April 5, 2018
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
STC 0060
April 6, 2018
9 - 10 a.m.
STC 0060