Psychological

• Endorphins


  Chemicals released in the brain that relieve stress
• Eating certain foods like chocolate

  Releases endorphins in the brain
• People with healthy diets

  • See themselves as caring about their own well-being
  • Feel they are in control of what they are eating - sense of autonomy
  • Look good and have a positive self-image
• Healthy diet


  Associated with good mental health
• People with depression are often advised to improve their diets