How does diet affect our general well being?

Those whose dietary patterns include fresh fruits and vegetables,whole grains, legumes,etc. have a lower risk of major chronic diseases and mainly diet related diseases. Highly processed snacks and takeaway food products rich in tasty fat and sugar have now replaced the nutrient rich and unprocessed food in our diet.
People who eat more of unhealthy and junk foods are at a higher risk of depression. Obesity increases the risk of depression and dementia while depression prompts obesity.
A diet supplemented with nuts,olive oil and a low fat calorie restricted diet improves blood pressure levels, inflammation,insulin sensitivity and other markers of heart disease. Eating enough overall calories per day – ideally as part of balanced meals and snacks at regular time intervals – can help keep you energized. Healthy foods can even improve your sleep, which plays an important role in weight control. Eating when you are hungry and stopping when you are satisfied can help keep your blood pressure and insulin levels normal. If you’re prone to social anxiety, limit coffee, which can really fuel anxiety symptoms, and alcohol, which can also interfere. Instead, stick to an eating pattern rich in nutrients, staying hydrated with beverages such as water, low-fat milk and herbal tea.