The Mirror recently ran a story about an 82-year-old dementia sufferer who got her memory back after changing her diet. It may sound a bit tabloid-esque, but there is serious evidence that diet can have a major impact on mental health and memory. In the story, the woman’s memory returns after changing to a diet rich in walnuts and blueberries. While such a turn of events is rather unheard of, new research suggests that a diet of raw fruits and vegetables can boost mental health and assuage symptoms of depression.
These are the foods you should be eating to improve your mental health
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