I read this on Aol today Xx

There’s been yet another blow to junk food lovers, as doctors warn that a high-fat diet could be getting you down. In fact, a diet rich in processed food, sweets and desserts could be making you depressed. Researchers at University College London found that those who regularly indulge in junk food are almost 60 per cent more likely to suffer from depression than those tucking into fresh fruit, veg and fish.

I am starting to concentrate on a better diet for myself and my family Xx
and I must concentrate on drinking more water and less coffee Xx

Chloe Xx

Dr Eric Brunner, one of the researchers, wrote in the British Journal of Psychiatry: “There seem to be various aspects of lifestyle such as taking exercise which also matter, but it appears that diet is playing an independent role.”

The study involved data on 3,486 male and female civil servants aged around 55. Each volunteer completed a questionnaire on their eating habits followed by a self-assessment report for depression five years down the line. Those with the highest consumption of processed food were found to be 58 per cent more likely to be feeling the blues.

More from AOL :- Scientists believe that it is the high levels of antioxidants in a healthy diet of fruit and vegetables that protect against mental anguish, while the high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids founds in fish may also help to ward off depression. It could be, however, that the ‘whole food’ diet, containing many nutrients from a number of different foods is the key.

But Dr Brunner warned that the reverse can also be true, with poor eating essentially a strain on the body. He said: “If your diet is high in foods that make blood sugar levels go up and down like a yo-yo, then it’s not good for your blood vessels and is bound to have an effect on the brain.”

As hard as it is to resist the temptation of a quarter pounder with fries, the evidence against our junk food comforts just keeps on mounting up.

Will this research make you avoid junk food or do you think that it can be a comfort when you’re feeling down?
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Hope this helps XxChloe Xx

Hi Chloe, how’s things?  How are you, how’s your family and how are your animals?  I was very impressed to read that you’re exercising and drinking so much water.  I am guilty of not drinking enough water which is silly of me as I know how much better I feel when I drink more.  Thanks for givng me a nudge.  I’m off to get myself a glass of water now!  Best wishes, Helen

Thanks for the nudge I am sat here with my cup of coffee Xx ha ha xxX hey guess I have to admitt I need you guys Xxx and guess we all need eachother Xxx Just been for the most amazing walk took in the wonderful day Xx The weather here is gorgeous I sat out in the garden and took deep breaths of happiness the chicken is pecking about the goats and sheep are sunbathing gorgeous muddy puppy by my feet and I’m feeling fine ummmmmmmm XXx Chloe Xx

I agree that junk food is not good. It kind of creates a vicious circle because you get addicted to it due to its comforting nature. When you research additives like Aspartame or MSG (Mono-Sodium-Glutamate) though it becomes clear that this addiction factor is merely a physical process. Its no wonder that most manufacturers of processed foods include these additives. The best thing to do is drink lots of clean water and eat more and more organic foods, raw where possible. Fish is also great as its one of the few food sources for Vitamin D. Personally Ive been feeling so much better and more energized since eating this way.