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The Link Between Mental and Physical Health
In modern healthcare, the different aspects of the human body are often viewed as separate and distinct problems. Physical health is categorized into an abundance of specialties, such as cardiology and gastroenterology. Mental health is considered a distinct entity. Yet many pieces of health literature describe mental and physical health as intricately related.
Exercise and Mental Health
Undoubtedly, most people can relate the importance of exercise to physical health. However, did you know that physical activity also has a profound effect on mental health?
Gut Microbiome and Mental Health
The relationship between the body and the trillions of bacteria and other microbes it harbors is extremely complex and continues to be discovered. A high diversity of microbes is beneficial to the body and is characteristic of a resilient environment. On the other hand, low diversity can contribute to disease. This can be related to poor diet, antibiotics, obesity, stress, and other factors [1]. The gut microbiome (the term for the abundance of microorganisms and their environment) can plan a role in mental well-being, in addition to physical health.
The Value of the Dinner Table
Recently I wrote a newsletter article about the current healthcare concerns among children. I came across many articles that shared the importance of family dining. Throughout my adult years, I have always remembered the importance my mother gave to serving meal at the table. There were only rare occasions when schedules could not be sorted out to make this happen. Family dinner was a way for the family to gather, discuss current events, and the ongoings of the day. More importantly, the time was central to connection, sharing, and valuing one another. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits that the literature reports.