THE POWER OF FOOD ON HEALTH AND HAPPINESS Happiness can predict health and longevity, but it doesn't just happen to you. Did you know that some foods have the ability to boost your mood? Although it's common knowledge that eating a healthy diet will improve your health, it turns out that these same foods also have a direct effect on our mood, structure, and functions of the brain. Studies have indicated that diets high in fruits, vegetables, and other whole foods are associated with long-lasting happiness. While eating processed foods may temporarily ease the pain of negative emotions, studies show that a good diet is the key to long-term contentment. We have no control over many things in life, but we do have some control over the nutrients we feed our bodies, which can help us feel better. One of the three key elements that determine our level of contentment in life is our capacity to shape our environment in ways that increase our levels of enjoyment through the pursuit of consciously chosen hobbies. To that end, it's important to recognize the connection between the foods we eat and the states of mind they create. Because food is not only essential to our lives but also one area of our lives that we can manage, we decided to focus our research on how eating affects happiness and mood. Understanding this association between food and happiness is crucial for our overall well-being if the kinds of food we eat can increase happiness in our lives. "The best people are always those who enjoy eating." American chef and novelist Julia Child echoes these sentiments, bringing to life the feelings of those who enjoy trying new dishes and eating a variety of meals. But why do we get such a giddy feeling when we think about eating? Just thinking about that delicious cheese burger or that rich, ice-cream-filled cup of coffee will lift your spirits. Is there a pattern here, or are we putting too much stock in coincidental occurrences? And yes, celebrities from B-town also follow suit, not only us. Just observe the delight on Kalki Koechlin's face when she tucks into a South Indian thali, or Kareena Kapoor Khan's expression as she gorges on that croissant. Why does eating our favorite foods make us feel so happy? We'll be able to comprehend this better with the aid of this book on diet and mental health. So, let's get right to the point without further ado by picking one!