Support Mental Health
A healthful diet not only benefits your physical well-being, but it supports your mental health. Some of the nutrients from your diet -- such as vitamin B-6, help make dopamine, a chemical involved in feelings of pleasure. Omega-3 fatty acids also support good mental health, while a deficiency can cause moodiness and depression. Limiting caffeine can also improve mental health -- the Norris Cotton Cancer Center notes that it can increase anxiety -- and not skipping meals can avoid stress headaches or stomachaches