A new survey from the number one global food and nutrition tracking app, MyFitnessPal found that while 64 per cent of Australians have experienced noticeable changes to their mood after consuming certain foods, we’re not turning those benefits into habits- with half (49 per cent) not making any attempts to improve their mood and wellbeing by adjusting their diet.
As a nation, we’re increasingly knowledgeable about the connection between what we eat and how we feel, with a third (72 per cent) of Australians being aware of our nutrition’s impact on our mood, we are just lagging behind when it comes to taking that information and translating it into meaningful changes to our diet.
“There is no denying that there is a correlation between nutrient-dense foods, a balanced diet, and our mood. Eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats and fibre-rich grains is key to supporting our overall health and wellbeing,” said Melissa Jaeger, RD, Head of Nutrition for MyFitnessPal. “However, it may be challenging to fully understand the true impact of what we eat, and our mood and energy, unless we track our consumption.
“At MyFitnessPal, we’ve always seen tracking as a tool for gaining insight on overall nutrition intake and for supporting small behavioural shifts that can add up to big, more sustainable change,” adds Melissa Jaeger, RD, Head of Nutrition for MyFitnessPal. “In reviewing the analysis, the connection between food and mood is clear and it’s our priority to support members with their health through nutrition tracking to bring awareness to the foods impacting their overall goals.”
