The Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario (CMHA) has been working on the promotion of a multi-year program that focuses on healthy eating and adequate exercise. The research suggests (not to anyones surprise) that our mental health is profoundly affected by our lifestyle choices (eating habits, exercise, and social engagement).
“Our minds and bodies have a deep and complicated relationship. While we can’t say that all mental health issues cause physical health problems, or vice versa, we do know that they are intimately connected. Physical health problems impact stress, anxiety, mood and behaviours, for example.” (CMHA)