Have you ever noticed that certain foods make you feel good or bad soon after you eat them? What we eat doesn’t just affect our bodies; it also influences how we feel every day. Researchers at Mass General Brigham have found clear connections between food and mood. Your Food Affects Your Mood Through Your Gut and Brain Your gut and brain are connected. They communicate with each other constantly. This is sometimes called the gut-brain connection. The food you eat affects the bacteria and chemicals in your gut, and these in turn send signals to your brain about how you’re feeling (UCLA Health). In fact, many important mood-related chemicals, like serotonin, are made in your gut. When your diet supports healthy gut bacteria, more of these chemicals can help your brain work well (Harvard Health). Foods That Help Your Mood [...]