Nutrition And Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Key features – Covers emerging therapeutic and nutritional approaches for the treatment and management of OCD Reviews the role of various micro-nutrients in OCD Discusses the prenatal genetic diagnosis and application of computational modelling in OCD Includes the nutritional and dietary roles in neuropsychiatric disorders like depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Explores the application of nano-biotechnology in OCD

This reference book discusses the role of nutrition in obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD). It covers the investigational therapies in OCD, use of animal models, and biomarkers for better diagnosis, monitoring, and possible therapeutic options with nutrients for patients with OCD. This book highlights the role of probiotics, amino acids, vitamins, micronutrients, and salts in the management of OCD. It includes such topics as applications of computational modeling and nano-biotechnology in OCD, the effects of environmental pollutants, and the regulation of antidepressants in OCD. KEY FEATURES Covers emerging therapeutic and nutritional approaches for the treatment and management of OCD Reviews the role of various micronutrients in OCD Discusses the prenatal genetic diagnosis and application of computational modelling in OCD Includes the nutritional and dietary roles in such neuropsychiatric disorders as depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Explores the application of nano-biotechnology in OCD This book is meant for researchers and professionals in the field of nutritional neuroscience and psychology.

In the realm of mental health, the intersection between nutrition and well-being is a compelling and evolving frontier. "OCD and Nutrition" is an exploration into the intricate connections between diet and the manifestations of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This book provides a comprehensive guide for individuals grappling with OCD, offering insights into the potential impact of dietary choices on the management of symptoms. Unveiling the latest research and expert perspectives, this book navigates through the nuanced relationship between nutrients, brain function, and the intricate workings of OCD. From exploring the role of gut health in mental well-being to shedding light on specific dietary interventions, this resource empowers individuals to make informed choices in their journey towards mental wellness. Key Features: Nutritional Insights: Delve into the impact of various nutrients on brain function and their potential influence on OCD symptoms. Gut-Brain Connection: Explore the crucial role of gut health in mental well-being and how it relates to the manifestations of OCD. Lifestyle Considerations: Examine broader lifestyle factors and dietary choices that may contribute to the exacerbation or alleviation of OCD symptoms. Practical Guidance: Receive practical insights and recommendations for incorporating nutritional considerations into a holistic approach to managing OCD. Empowering Perspective: Recognizing the individuality of each person's journey, this book aims to empower readers to make informed decisions about their dietary choices in collaboration with their mental health care team. Whether you are personally navigating OCD or supporting a loved one, "OCD and Nutrition" serves as a beacon of knowledge, offering a thoughtful and empowering perspective on the role of diet in mental well-being. Embark on a journey of understanding, informed decision-making, and empowerment with this groundbreaking exploration into the interplay between nutrition and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

About the Book The behavioral and nutritional aspects of OCD are two halves of the problem and you need to fix both for permanent OCD recovery. This book will show you what you can do in your daily life to overcome OCD through nutritional and lifestyle changes. It will also give you an in-depth look why you get OCD thoughts, what makes them stick, and how to stop them. Ali Greymond recovered from OCD using this method and has helped people all over the world recover from OCD as well. If you are ready to recover from OCD, this book is for you. What You Will Discover In This Book: - Nutritional and Behavioral Aspects of OCD Recovery - Mechanics of OCD - Reassurance and Avoidance - Natural Foods & Vitamins - Vitamin D - Get All Your Vitamins Every Day - Caffeine and OCD - Stress and OCD - Adrenal Fatigue (Why you are always tired) - Sleep and OCD - Positive Mental Stimulation - Breathing Exercises - EMF and OCD - Proven Method of Getting Over OCD - What you MUST do on daily basis to get rid of OCD obsessions and compulsions - What you are doing wrong and what thoughts and actions are making your OCD worse.

The book comprehensively reviews the role of nutrition in psychiatric disorders. It provides mechanistic insights into the effects of nutrition on metabolic pathways, mitochondrial nutrients, neurodegeneration and CNS disorders, cell signaling, and neuronal functions. The book further highlights the role of diet in preventing and treating mental health and modifying drug treatment effects. Further, it explores the relationship between nutrition and psychiatric disorders, including depression, autism, anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, and OCD. The book further explores the recent advancements in understanding the important role of nutrients as therapeutics in various psychiatric disorders. Lastly, it presents an overview of nutrients as neuroprotective agents along with the main principles of nutrigenomics. The book is essential reading for neuroscientists interested interest in food therapeutic strategies.

The first book to identify the eating disorder orthorexia nervosa–an obsession with eating healthfully–and offer expert advice on how to treat it. As Americans become better informed about health, more and more people have turned to diet as a way to lose weight and keep themselves in peak condition. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa–disorders in which the sufferer focuses on the quantity of food eaten–have been highly documented over the past decade. But as Dr. Steven Bratman asserts in this breakthrough book, for many people, eating “correctly” has become an equally harmful obsession, one that causes them to adopt progressively more rigid diets that not only eliminate crucial nutrients and food groups, but ultimately cost them their overall health, personal relationships, and emotional well-being. Health Food Junkies is the first book to identify this new eating disorder, orthorexia nervosa, and to offer detailed, practical advice on how to cope with and overcome it. Orthorexia nervosa occurs when the victim becomes obsessed, not with the quantity of food eaten, but the quality of the food. What starts as a devotion to healthy eating can evolve into a pattern of incredibly strict diets; victims become so focused on eating a “pure” diet (usually raw vegetables and grains) that the planning and preparation of food come to play the dominant role in their lives. Health Food Junkies provides an expert analysis of some of today’s most popular diets–from The Zone to macrobiotics, raw-foodism to food allergy elimination–and shows not only how they can lead to orthorexia, but how they are often built on faulty logic rather than sound medical advice. Offering expert insight gleaned from his work with orthorexia patients, Dr. Bratman outlines the symptoms of orthorexia, describes its progression, and shows readers how to diagnose the condition. Finally, Dr. Bratman offers practical suggestions for intervention and treatment, giving readers the tools they need to conquer this painful disorder, rediscover the joys of eating, and reclaim their lives.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affects one person in 40 and can cause great suffering. This volume provides the first comprehensive summary of our understanding of this enigmatic condition, summarizing current work ranging from genetics and neurobiology through cognitive psychology, treatment, personal experiences, and societal implications

Something about our modern way of life is making us sick. The antidepressants of old caused such painful and disabling side effects that the new sophisticated medications featuring fewer side effects seem to present an effortless solution to overcoming depression. Although depression requires physical intervention to correct the brain chemistry imbalance, author Henry Emmons believes that this physical intervention can be effectively achieved without medication. Many physicians and psychologists rely on medication as the first response to treating depression but medications are certainly not the only way to treat depression nor are they always the best way to provide the necessary physical intervention. Dr Emmons believes that it is crucial to treat depression with a diet, exercise and lifestyle plan that helps to rebalance brain chemistry. The programme as presented in his book, focuses on creating a pathway from depression to joyful living and shares a plan for each of the three types of depression: anxious depression, agitated depression and sluggish depression.