Discover the surprisingly dramatic role nutrition plays in our mental health, and how diet can be used to help treat and prevent symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and more. Leading scientists Bonnie Kaplan and Julia Rucklidge have dedicated their careers to researching the role that diet and nutrition play in our mental health. Now in The Better Brain, they share their groundbreaking research for the first time and explain how to feed your brain to stabilise your mood, stave off depression and make yourself more resilient to daily stress. Grounded in science, this paradigm-shifting book details: Why nutrition matters - and the science behind it The hidden causes of the rising rates of depression, from the nutrients in our soil to our reliance on processed food Why a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, pulses, fish and olive oil is healthiest for your brain How to use food and nutrients to treat and prevent mental illness Crucial guidance on when to supplement and how A nutritional plan and 30 delicious, mood-boosting recipes Offering real hope to anyone looking to restore mental resilience and return to health, The Better Brain is your complete guide to a healthier, happier brain.