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Interested to learn more about the powerful food mood connection? Come and visit my booth, hear me present and come and see my poster presentation at the American Public Health Association Annual Meeting in San Francisco, from October 27-31. The event draws about 13,000 public health professionals each year. I am honored to be participating. If you’re attending or can drop in for the day, please come and say hello.

(1)   My booth The Antianxiety Food Solution is located in Moscone Center South #2930

Get a signed copy of The Antianxiety Food Solution (review by Mira Dessy), buy the DVD or CD set, test your zinc status (zinc is a common deficiency) and sample some delicious herbal teas (tulsi/holy basil) from Organic India. Also, learn about GMOs and prop 37 in California, learn about the National Association of Nutrition Professionals  and Masters programs offered by Hawthorn University.  And much more! And best of all – chat with passionate nutrition professionals!  Donna Kelley, Danielle Hart and Barbara Michelson-Harder will be helping at the booth.

If you can’t make it, you can buy a copy of the book and DVD/CD here  or join me at my upcoming in-person 1 day Antianxiety Food Solution seminars in California in November

(2)   I’m doing a food-mood poster presentation on Monday October 29 from 10:30 – 11:30am   (MCC South, 3079.1: #9)

Session 3079.1: Research, Education, and Practice of Alternative and Complementary Health Practices Poster Session

Abstract 270568: Food and Mood: The science behind the effects of food and nutrients on anxiety, social phobia and panic attacks

(3)   I’m also doing a 45 minute workshop on Monday October 29 from 1:00 – 1:45pm

Food-Mood research  (It will be in MCC South, #3400 in expo area)

There is much recent research supporting the powerful connection between food and mental health – come and hear about the recent research: real whole quality food, grass-fed red meat, removing sugar and caffeine, zinc, tryptophan and much more

(4)   I’m also doing a 45 minute workshop on Tues October 30 from 10:00-10:45am

The Gluten-mood Connection (MCC South, #3400 in expo area)

Research supports a connection between gluten consumption and social anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia – come and learn about this and how to assess for gluten intolerance, where gluten is found and what to eat instead.

Hope to see you there!

Here are a selection of quotes and facts from each chapter of the book: The Antianxiety Food Solution: How The Foods You Eat Can Help You Calm Your Anxious Mind, Improve Your Mood and End Cravings.

Introduction: “There’s a reason why I’m so passionate about working with people with anxiety and why I’m writing this book. I’ve had my own personal journey with anxiety…” Chapter 1: Figure Out Your Optimum Antianxiety Diet There are 4 antianxiety diets but “Eating real, whole, good-quality food is the foundation of this book and any program to prevent and alleviate mental health issues such as anxiety….” Chapter 2: Avoid Sugar and Control Blood Sugar Swings “Sugar and alcohol may contribute to elevated levels of lactate in the blood, which can cause anxiety and panic attacks” Chapter 3: Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol, and Nicotine In a study, “…those with panic disorders experienced increases in symptoms such as nervousness, fear, nausea, heart palpitations, and tremors after consuming caffeine and said the effects were similar to how they felt during a panic attack…” Chapter 4: Address Problems with Gluten and Other Foods “Clinical experience and specific studies support the connection between gluten and anxiety, social phobia, depression, and even schizophrenia” Chapter 5: Improve Your Digestion “…people with digestive complaints such IBS, food allergies and sensitivities, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and ulcerative colitis frequently suffer from anxiety and…depression.” Chapter 6: Balance Brain Chemistry with Amino Acids “GABA plays a major role in anxiety, and serotonin plays a role in at least some types of anxiety…. The great thing about supplementing with amino acids is that you’ll get immediate feedback: positive effects, adverse effects, or no changes at all.” Chapter 7: Address Pyroluria or Low Levels of Zinc and Vitamin B6 “Low levels of zinc and vitamin B₆ are frequently associated with a type of anxiety characterized by social anxiety, avoidance of crowds, a feeling of inner tension, and bouts of depression” Chapter 8: Other Nutrients, Hormone Imbalances, Toxins, Medications, & Lifestyle Changes “Mild to moderate deficiency of vitamin C may be associated with increased nervousness and anxiety… Supplemental magnesium together with vitamin B6 was shown to alleviate anxiety-related premenstrual symptoms, as well as breast tenderness and menstrual weight gain…” As you can see, there are many factors that can affect how anxious you feel and since we are all biochemically unique it’s important to figure out and address what may be triggering your anxiety, mood issues and associated cravings. © 2011 Trudy Scott