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Today we're going to be discussing foods that can help us with depression.

And we're not only going to be discussing foods that can help us with depression. And we're not only going to be

discussing foods that can help fight depression, but we will also share what foods can cause

inflammation and even depression. So what foods do you think increase depression? If you said

sugar and processed carbs, you are absolutely correct. You might be

thinking, okay, what does inflammation have to do with depression? I'm sure most of you thought

that inflammation is what caused your knee to swell up and hurt when you tripped and fell on it.

But inflammation can actually increase depression. So Joanne, before we get into our topic this morning, let's take a

minute and introduce ourselves. Sounds good. Good morning, Carolyn. It's good to be here with you

today. And my name is Joanne Wrightout, and I've been a registered and licensed dietitian for more than 30 years.

I worked at Courage Center for about 25 years before I came to nutritional weight and wellness.

So I worked with many clients who are suffering from depression.

And today I work with many clients who are suffering from depression. And today I work with many clients who are

experiencing perimenopause or menopause and they are experiencing a different type of depression.

So the common thread of all types of depression is the foods you eat can affect your depression.

And you know that 30 years ago, nobody was connecting food choices or diet to depression.

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