At this point, you probably are mad at me. I haven’t talked to many of you today, which means you are all giving me the silent treatment. I’m going to pretend like it had nothing to do with my working and teaching all day, and everything to do with the fact that we’re in a fight.
I’ll be the bigger person today — I’m sorry.
Really, I truly am.
I apologize.
Lo siento.
Please accept my kindest request for forgiveness.
You probably don’t even realize that you’re mad at me. You will though, when I tell you why. You see, I forgot to announce a giveaway winner yesterday.
It had nothing to do with how busy I was, and it had everything to do with the fact that I forgot.
How’s that for honesty, huh? I feel so bad (not really) that I’m going to throw in one more SO Delicious coupon (really!) and make the grand total for the winner being six coupons. Because Mommasita taught me how to share.
So, without further adieu, the winner of the (now) six SO Delicious free product coupons is…
Janice! Congratulations, Janice! Please email me your contact information and I will get those coupons out to you pronto!
::sigh:: Now everyone BUT Janice is mad at me.
Can you tell I’m a people pleaser? The Husband always tells me I apologize too much — unless it’s something I should reallly be apologizing for. Then I’m just stubborn.
Thankfully, I have another somethin’ somethin’ lined up for you. Because I love you — and well, I’m feeling generous.
A few weeks ago, the folks over at Vega contacted me and asked me if I would like to review a new book that is being published. The book is Must Have Been Something I Ate by Peggy Kotsopoulos.
I instantly fell in love with Peggy not only because of her laid back tone of writing, but also because I’m secretly hoping she is related to Uncle Jesse (::crosses fingers::). That’s two Full House references in a week — did you catch that? This book is set up for readers to make a connection between how you feel and the foods you eat. Being someone who firmly believes that what you eat affects your mood and the overall quality of your life, I was so excited to dive into this text.
This isn’t your typical health book either — Peggy has set this book up with bright colors, easy to understand explanations, and many graphics to allow the reader to better understand the content.
The book is broken up into sections of different ailments that tend to affect women such as depression, energy levels, anxiety and stress, sleep, and ::ahem:: sexual desires. There are more sections, but I really don’t want to spoil everything for you. Each section has information about the biology of your body and how foods affect each system. It is absolutely fascinating to me (and will be to you too!)
Peggy writes this book just as if she is sitting across a table from you drinking a cappuccino and discussing your inner most secrets. I love the tone of the book, and kind of want to be her best friend. The fifth section of this book is my favorite: the recipes!
This section has a variety of different recipes, both sweet and savory, and some even include the Vega products. Because of this, I am going to include three of the Vega packets they sent for me to try out — I want to share the wealth with you! Perhaps you could make Peggy’s VegaTini with the berry flavor.
Not only is the book a great read, it will be a wonderful resource for me when I can’t quite put my finger on my moods/energy levels.
So, for your chance to win this Vega Book Giveaway: Must have Been Something I ate, by Peggy Kosopoulos, you can do the following:
- Leave a comment telling me your thoughts on foods affecting your moods/energy levels/quality of life (mandatory)
- Tweet about this giveaway: Enter to win the new book Must Have Been Something I Ate from @cleaneatingchel! http://bit.ly/k3Hilo
- Follow me on Twitter
- Subscribe to Clean Eating Chelsey via RSS feed or Google Reader
- Like Clean Eating Chelsey on Facebook.
You have until Saturday, May 21 to enter this giveaway. A winner will be announced on Sunday, May 22 (for real this time).
Happy entering!
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I am totally not mad at you for ignoring me today, but I was a little mad that you didn’t pick me for the coupon giveaway. But then you go and redeem yourself with another fantastic giveaway!
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I love foods that affect my mood. For example, all those aphrodisiacs, what’s not to love!
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I think what we eat is a reflection of how we feel about ourselves. So if we eat wholesome foods, we feel better and have more energy - we feel good. If we eat poorly, it shows too. I think it’s a great thing that a food-mind-body connection exists because that means that everything is in our control!
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I definitely think the kind of food I eat affects my mood- the healthier I eat, the more active I can be, and the happier I am.
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I know that I definitely choose foods based on my mood (chocolate plus bad day is a no brainer), but I’ve definitely noticed that foods beyond my morning coffee definitely affect my mood as well. It’s so much easier to feel happy and energetic when fueled by a bowlful of veggies as opposed to the sluggish feeling that follows some greasy french fries, though they may be delicious as well!
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When I eat sugar, I can absolutely tell! I am super up for a while, then get incredibly tired. When i eat more protein/ whole grains I seem to be balanced and satisfied!
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A happy inside is a happy outside so feed your body what it needs
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I definitely feel like how I eat affects me; body, mind, and soul. If I haven’t been eating well, I notice a change in how I feel physically, how I sleep, how I react to situations and stress, and the things I want to do. When I am eating well, I feel more at peace in all these areas. It’s amazing how that works.
I believe crappy food makes you feel like crap.
Having dealt with an eating disorder and depression, I can say first hand how much food affects the mood
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Jesse and the rippers might be the best band ever
food def affects my mood, I always underestimate the amount of food I need for my classes, plus I hate carrying a lot of stuff, and I get super cranky and can’t focus, thank goodness for larabars and portable snacks
Food definitely affects my mood. I get really grumpy when I am hungry, and feel sluggish if I don’t eat the “right” foods. I especially notice a weekend that is filled with a lot of fun but too much heavy food on my Monday morning run - my mile times are always so much slower!
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Thank you! I just recently started a cleanse, Im on my 2nd week. So I truly believe health, fitness & food affect your mood and over all well being, especially in terms of confidence.
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Food definitely effects my mood and how I feel. High sugar and greasy foods are the worst offenders.
This book looks great.
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OOH I want this book!!
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I am a firm believe that what you put into your body can and does affect your mood. If I eat foods that are full of sugar and oil I feel horrible, lethargic, irritable and just weighed down. When I focus on fresh fruits and vegetables, I feel light and more balanced.
My mood is totally effected by what I eat and what i eat is a reflection of how i feel. I feel so refreshed and happy when I eat balance healthy meals and sluggish and blah and tired when I don’t. But when I’m sad or sick I crave warm comforting carbs (with chocolate!!)
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I do think food affects my mood-no food equals one hangry girl!
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I definitely correlate food and mood. I feel SO much better when I’m drinking water, eating fruits/veggies, etc!! An apple makes everything better
Eating junk makes me feel like junk! Literally, when I fall off the wagon on holidays, I wake up the next morning feeling sluggish and nauseous.
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I definitely believe that what you eat can effect how you act and feel. I know for myself that when I eat clean & healthy, I feel more at peace and my energy levels are higher. Whenever I notice that I’m in a bad mood or feeling lethargic, it usually has to do with my hormones & what I have eaten/drank in the past 24 or more hours.
I know that food affects my mood and energy level. I have so much more energy since I have upped my fruit and veggie intake. When I eat them I feel refreshed and good about myself. It’s nice to take care of yourself!
I totally agree with Leanne. Veggies make me feel more refreshed.
I’m in a better mood when I’m making healthy food and exercise choices simply because I get great pleasure out of knowing that I’m being kind to my body. It’s tempting at the end of the long day to dig into a bag of chips or something, but I always end up going to bed happier if I opt for some banana soft serve instead!
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Food definitely affects my mood & quality of life. Tonight I had some dark chocolate & wine, which made me very happy! Sometimes, you just gotta indulge.
I definitely notice how much better and energetic I feel when I eat more whole foods. If I eat sugary treats, I crave them more and feel awful after eating too many.
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P.S.- I don’t think anyone was mad at you. You seem too sweet to be mad at.
Although, I would have loved to have won those coupons, I am happy for Janice!
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I definately feel a strong connection to what/the quality of the foods I eat and how I feel. I know when I am making good (and not-so-good) food decisions, and I ALWAYS feel better when I make healthy choices - even if just because I don’t have to live with the GUILT of the not-so-healthy choices!
Plus, I am a BIG science nerd, and would love to learn more about the ACTUAL (not just perceived) connections between the foods we eat and how we feel!
Food definitely impacts my mood. Today I totally ate garbage, Lucky Charms and Peanut Butter M&Ms, and now I’m dragging. I need to eat lots of veggies and fruits tomorrow!
This book looks great!
foods effect me greatly! allergens and my brain fog and energy levels are huge. and need to have raw, fresh, clean foods or i am a total mess!
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Good food (whole grain, no refined sugar, animal products) = good bod, health and energy levels and performance!
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I recently have cut down on the amount of carbs and sugar I eat because I noticed that my body doesn’t feel good and my mood gets worse when I eat too much of them. I’ve been eating a lot more fruits and veggies over the last month and definitely have noticed a difference!
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I definitely think moods affect how you eat - I’ve always been an emotional eater. When I’m upset or stressed, I eat more - and usually not good things. That’s why I ended up being so overweight. I’ve lost the weight, but now need to continue to work on the connection between my moods and foods - so didn’t mean to rhyme there.
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I know that certain foods definitely affect me in different ways. I would love to learn more about this in order to create a more steady balance of my emotions. Even if I don’t win, I might need to just go out and buy it!
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Foods definitely affect me…Having a smoothie makes me feel light and energized..whereas eating lots of carbs makes me sleepy!
I love the sound of this book. I totally feel it when I overdue sugar or not enough protein. Being aware is super important. I would LOVE to read it
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i hate that food can effect my mood but if im hungry watch out!! i can be quite the….bitch haha
I have terrible mood swings and truly do believe much of it is food related. I am currently on a “detox” eliminating process sugars and gluten from my diet. So far…….so good.
Foods 100% affect how I feel, if I eat processed or sugary foods I get a migraine and feel tired and slugish with no energy. My skin also hates me when I eat those foods too! Compared to clean eats I have more energy, and have virtually eliminated all my migraines - which I have had for more than 20 years! I think this book would give me even more insight into how certain foods may affect me!
Food affects mood. TOTALLY… I see it with my kiddos. Like when they are hungry they start whining and fussing over silly stuff and when I give my older boy foods with refined sugar or food dyes he becomes a maniac. I truly believe that everything we put into our bodies affects how we feel throughout the day. When I sneak a slice of cheese my belly hurts and I feel terrible. I am so proud of girls like you with all this wisdom so early on, I wish I knew everything you know when i was your age. It took a sick kiddo for me to rethink the way we eat and the way I feed my family.
Not only is it important to remain nourished for stabilized moods, but I believe that the act of choosing what to eat really affects your mood too! If I choose to eat a cupcake I feel so much better about it than if I just had them sitting out and mindlessly grabbed one in passing. If I choose to focus on balancing my meals I feel energized AND in high spirits!
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Foods definitely affect my mood. when I make a delicious healthy meal I feel at peace after finishing it off, and proud that I am doing somethign good for my body. I get the opposite effect when I eat garbage, and regret it immediately.
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I think food makes a real difference in how we feel. When I have a day full of fruits and veggies, I have so much more energy and I just feel lighter and happier in general. While I love a rich heavy meal as much as the next American, it makes me feel terrible and its very hard to be motivated and get things accomplished when you feel that way. I feel proud and satisfied when I’ve eaten something that I know is good for my body!
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I truly believe that you are what you eat. I think everything you put into your body has an effect, good or bad. I’m trying to improve my diet while giving my body what it craves so I can feel my absolute best!
Foods do believe your mood- I know it’s not proved scientifically, but it’s basically a fact in my book. Not eating enough saturated fats (like many vegans who dont watch their intake) can cause mood swings and irritability. Too much sugar leaves you groggy. A bucket of beer makes you sick, etc.
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i can definitely tell that food affects the way i feel. i want to know more about it, i would love to read this book!
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Food really affects how I feel, when I eat fresh, whole foods I have so much more energy. But I still make room for treats!
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food always affects my energy …when I feel tired, sleepy, or energetic mit normally has something to do with what I ate to fuel myself!
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I’ll never be mad at you, Chelsey! Oh man, I could go on and on about how food can affect a persons quality of life. I will stick with something that affects me personally, sugar! Every time I have it I get wound up - jittery and abrasive. It’s amazing. I can feel myself completely off balance. That, or I do the complete opposite. I get very tired, drowsy and giggly. Sugar is just horrible for me.
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I’ve been subscribed for months and months… has it been months? I have no idea. But I’ll never leave!
i definitely notice a connection between what i eat and how i feel! for example, chocolate makes me happy. until i eat 12 lbs of it… and then i feel sad. simple!
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This would be a great book to have. My moods are definitely affected by foods I eat and I’m a total geek when it comes to learning about the human body
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girl, you have zero need to apologize! this book sounds AMAZING!!!! and i’ll keep my fingers crossed that she’s related to Uncle Jesse, too! HA!
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I think food affects sooo much about how you feel on a daily basis! I know I feel so much better when I eat healthy foods!
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LOVE the Uncle Jesse comment, I would *faint* if my kids at school would get to call me Mrs. Kosopolous every day. What a wonderful world that would be!
Also, the cookbook sounds awesome, I got all sorts of side tracked thinking of Uncle Jesse!!!! Thanks, Chelsey!
Oh yah… AND food totally affects my mood. If it isn’t what my body needs, my body kind of rejects it. I get sick from the wrong kind of fuel….. See how the Full House reference got me off track!
I definitely notice a difference in how I am feeling when I am eating healthy wholesome meals vs. not so nutrituous foods. I love how a nice big salad with lots of bright fresh veggies can put me in such a good mood
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I’m not sure that I think certain foods effect my mood, other than that I am incredibly happy when I eat food that I crave and that agrees with my body. I can however, attest to certain foods making me feel sluggish, energetic, sick, bloated, great, or just plain strange. I try to pay attention to these foods and have noticed that sometimes it is not the particular food, but what I eat with it.
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I can definitely tell a difference in the way I feel when I stray from eating healthy! I don’t have as much energy, and I’m more likely to find myself on the couch even though I should be countering the bad food with some sort of activity! Thanks for another awesome giveaway!
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Food definitely affects me. I especially notice it with my love, Dr. Pepper. If I drink too much of it I’m bloated and crabby and don’t feel good at all. (This makes me sad, by the way)
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Summer is a perfect example of how the food I eat affects my mood. Every year when the season turn from winter and slowly into summer, my diet gets far more healthy. More veggies and fruit are in my diet and I eat healthier carbs and fats. It is no coincidence that in the summer (aka warmer months) I have way more energy to workout longer and more often.
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Looks like a great read.
My mood can be a slave to what I pick to eat sometimes … maybe too much. Boyfriend does an impression of me when I’m hungry that involves fangs, claws and hissing. It’s great for the relationship.
giving up dairy and wheat/gluten has greatly improved my quality of life. i feel do much more energized after rating and not weighed down.
Food affects how I feel so much!! I def notice when I don’t make good food choices, ick!
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my food choices definitely affect my moods! well the most important thing for me is actually when i eat and how much i eat - because i get SO cranky/moody/irritable when i’m hungry or haven’t eaten enough. but also choosing nutrient-dense foods gives me energy and makes me feel at my best. getting enough whole-grain carbs really is stabilizing for my mood too - i have realized in the past month that when i don’t get enough of those kinds of carbs, i can get moody/depressed easily!
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Oh my god, foods affect my mood more than is probably normal. If I eat crap, I get SO crabby and lethargic and just unhappy.
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I’d actually really like to learn more about how foods can affect mood… I’ve been laerning about some of the brain chemistry and such in neuropsychology and it’s interesting how some neurotransmitters are derived from stuff in your diet, and I wonder how big of a difference it makes! There doesn’t seem to be a ton of research on it though…
oh foods have a huge impact on how i feel!! i either have tons of energy or none at all.. wholefoods give me MUCH more energy and make me feel better about myself too! im just happier!
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Foods 100% effect our lives! I feel groggy and crap if I eat badly - my blood sugar goes on a little rollercoaster ride, my skin looks dull, I feel wegihed down and lack motivation and energy…food is fuel. Why put crap fuel into our bodies?
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The food that we eat has a direct correlation with how I’m feeling, both physically and mentally. I like to think that I’m taking care of my body eating to eat as much real, whole foods as possible!
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Food has 100% affect on our lives. When I started eating whole foods instead of processed I could not believe the difference it made!
Food definitely affects my mood and how I feel! If I start to feel yucky, as if I’m coming down with something, I usually look back and realise that I’ve been making poor choices when it comes to food.
This book sounds amazing!
I most certainly am in a worse mood when I don’t think I’m eating healthfully!
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I believe that the mood you are in affects the kinds of foods you crave and the food you eat affects the mood you are in. It’s a cycle.
food def affects my mood, if i eat alot of sweets I feel lazy and worn out, but if I eat natural sugars in milk, yogurt, and fruits….I feel much better!
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great giveaway! I would love to win!! I would say that food directly affects your mood! I always notice I FEEL so much better and in a better mood when I eat healthy!!
Food affects my mood constantly! I recently discovered I was lactose intolerant, with some gluten intolerance also. Now, I am so much more aware of what I put in my mouth and how my body reacts to it. I also liked you on FB and follow on Twitter!
I know now that my body thrives on eating tons of veggies and fruits… I feel crappy & have low energy when I don’t (ie on vacation)
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I definitely believe that what you eat affects your health and mood. I’m constantly saying, it must have been something I ate so this book would be perfect for me!! I’ve been trying to make a connection between different foods and how i feel so I would love to read this to help me.
I think many people take for granted how important the quality & quantity of food we eat it to our overall health & well-being. My body does not hesitate to let me know when I need to give it certain foods & if I don’t, I know that crankiness & fatigue will result so I’m learning to trust and listen to my body, & accept that it’s smarter than I am. I also know that I feel so good, both mentally and physically when I know that I am taking care of my body and giving it what it needs :O)
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I definitely think foods affect both our energy and mood levels, because we are what we eat! When I eat healthy, clean foods I feel more energized and happier!
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Do I think food affects your mood?!?!? ABSOLUTELY!! When I am fueling with quality foods, I feel a ton better than if I am not!
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Eating lots of clean, whole foods has had SUCH an impact on my energy levels. I’m also pretty sure that my clean diet is why I haven’t been sick in over 2 years (knock on wood)!
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I definitely can tell there is a relationship between what I eat and how I feel. Especially when I eat junk food. I always feel like crap afterwords (but boy do I enjoy it at the time it goes in my mouth!haha)
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Oh when I eat lots of sugary food, (and I do go into times that I just DO), I notice I feel a lot less energized. Clean eating definitely makes a difference!
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For me food is the major thing that affects my mood. When I eat clean, healthy and mostly raw, I am energetic, happy, smiling, feeling good in my body. When I eat crap, I feel like a crap. So i stick to my clean diet and enjoy what life brings:)
I have a couple of foods that will put me into a ball on the couch:
- Fake sugar: If I have too much in a day (and it doesn’t take much), I feel like I’m going to pass out…not cool
- Meat and Dairy: I generally don’t eat these foods, but sometimes I feel obligated when I go to my in-laws…they’re foreign and don’t entirely understand why I wouldn’t want to eat cheese (they understand meat), and it’s hard when almost every dish in their culture includes cheese or some form of dairy. Every time we go to their house, it’s no doubt I’ll be on the couch with a “food baby”.
This book sounds awesome! I absolutely believe that certain foods can affect our moods and overall well-being. When I eat a clean, healthy diet, I definitely feel happier and stronger. When I eat less healthy, I tend to feel cranky, moody, and depressed.
I know that foods affect my moods/how i feel- If I eat clean then I feel better… if I eat sugar and have lots of drinks I feel like crap and feel “down”. I think if you feed your body correctly you feel and look better!
Oh I definitely think what you eat affects your mood & energy levels. I notice that when I eat processed foods or out to eat at a chain restaurant like Olive Garden, I lack so much energy and I just tend to lay around and feel like crap. When I eat whole foods, especially fruits and vegetables, I want to run around and embrace life all the time.
This book looks awesome. If I don’t win, I think I’ll go pick it up anyway!
I definitely think foods affect your moods. When I eat healthy all day, my body feels better and I’m in a much better mood then if I eat something that isn’t so good for me.
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I definitely can tell a difference in my moods based on the foods I eat. Healthier equals happier! Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE to eat my treats…pizza, chips, chocolate…but in moderation. If I overdo it, I feel sleepy and sometimes even guilty. Guilty equals not good!
I can totally tell a difference in my energy levels when I’m eating enough fruits & veggies!
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I’m definitely convinced that food has power over my mood and energy.
When I start the day off right and eat well, I feel well. If I do not, my mood often suffers the consequences. Sugar is a big energy sucker for me, so I try to avoid it on most occasions.
It’s true, when I eat like crap that is the way I feel. Why then do I do it? My best days are the ones that are packed with well balanced meals!
When I take time to slow down and enjoy my food (especially clean, whole, un-processed foods), I am SO much happier and find more to love about each day. Honoring my health has brought so much happiness to my life. Great giveaway!
I’ll forgive you this time, Chelsey!
Food totally affects your mood. If I eat well, I feel good. But I won’t lie, if I feel like I’m depriving myself, then I feel like crap. But in general when I give my body what it needs, I’m a happy girl!
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I firmly believe that the foods I eat dictate the mood I’m going to have. The better I eat, the better I feel and I’m in a way better mood
Food definitely affects how you feel! I see it as kind of feeling like the food itself, if that makes sense. If I eat a burger with a side of greasy fries, I feel kind of greasy and gross. If I eat a big salad with lots of fresh veggies, I feel clean and fresh. Kind of weird, but it helps to make better choices!
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I know I definitely feel better about myself when I make healthy food choices, but there are some days that only chocolate and ice cream can solve.
It took me awhile to realize it, but I finally figured out that gluten is not my friend! It completely changes my mood and I am now a much happier (and healthier!) person without gluten!!!!
I really, really, want this book! Am I ineligible because I’m your mother? I have noticed I NEVER win anything.
I don’t know if food has an effect on my moods- well. except I am crabby and tired when I miss a meal.
I completely believe that how you eat affects how you feel! Garbage in, garbage out
Totally agree that the food you eat dictates how your body feels! Eating healthy is good for the body and soul
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You don’t need to apologize! You are awesome and SO good at reaching out to your readers!!
The way I eat definitely affects my mood - when I lack in fruits and veggies and eat a lot of “empty” carbs, I feel so crappy and then can be a pretty grouchy person! For everyone’s sake I try to eat in a relatively well-rounded way
While I definitely crave some “not so good for me” foods sometimes, my mood is always better when I’m putting cleaner foods into my body…I’m sure its a sign.
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Food affects me a lot. Once I started eating less meat and more veggies and fruits, I’ve noticed I have more energy.
After I eat a lot of ice cream or something really sugar-y, my stomach gets really upset. I had the worst sugar crash after having way too much ice cream at lunch during finals week. I could barely keep my eyes open!
When I eat healthy, I naturally feel better too!
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I would be really interested in that book…right now I feel like I am letting my feelings make my appetite go out of control! So I know they are definitely related. I would like some insight as to how to better listen to my body and give it what it needs more so than what I think it wants (aka lots of pb and chocolate when I’m sad/stressed!).
This book looks great! Certain foods release endorphins in your brain really making you feel good when you eat them! I have experienced this first hand (chocolate, cake, cupcakes, Broooccoli!) I have to read this!
I definitely think what you eat affects your mood and quality of life. It’s similar to when you go to the gym and work really hard..you feel amazing and want to keep up that feeling by eating foods that are good for you. I know I feel like an idiot when I come home from yoga and pop open a bag of chips. Not only do you feel better about yourself in general when you eat nutritious foods, you don’t get that icky sluggish feeling where at any moment you feel like stuffing a head of lettuce into your mouth just to get rid of the junk
food definitely affects my mood. certain meals from my childhood are so comforting during times of stress. for that reason i always eat chicken with green beans and baking potatoes when i’m feeling blue
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Food makes a huge difference in my mood/attitude/well being. I always feel better when I’m eating clean and lots of greens
I definitely feel it if I eat too many carbs or sweets. The next day I just feel tired and sluggish and I don’t feel like doing nothing. This usually deters me from eating these things, but sometimes I indulge. I also notice when I don’t get enough sleep my body craves carbs.
Oh. My. Gosh. This book looks awesome! I totally believe that what you eat effects your mood/how you feel. You are what you eat! I would love to win this!!
I definately think what you put into your body effects your body in many different ways such as mood. When I eat sugar I notice a spike in energy for a small moment and then a crash - same with coffee. Not with my green monsters though. I think I feel the best when I eat raw foods without any salt.
I definitely notice a connection between my mood and what I crave-in a good way and in not-so-healthy ways, such as when I overeat when stressed out. I’d love to learn WHY our bodies behave this way and how we can listen and respond in healthy ways. AND I love Vega! Great giveaway.
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The food I eat definitely effects my energy level! If I eat a lot of sugar or empty calories, I get tired easily. As a mom of three, I need all the energy I can get!
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Food definately affects me. Some foods make me tired and wanting to just sleep, others give me energy. Since becoming vegan, luckily my stomach issues have mostly gone away so that is a plus. Food used to make me hurt as well.
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I want this book so badly! I think diet isn’t a cure-all for everything, but it has an impact on physical health and mood in almost every area. I really think it has been important in managing my anxiety.
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hmm..well, i think it’s important to enough wholesome foods to keep one’s energy levels, moods high oh and i’m really into brain foods because the finals are coming.
i also find that eating oatmeal and bananas for brekkie keeps me happy and energetic for the whole day! probably the perfect combination in terms of taste and energy. I went on low carb once it was BAD.
I’ve just been thinking about this for the last few days. I’ve been slowly returning to some of my not-so-healthy eating habits lately and I think the bad food begets the bad feelings that beget the bad eating. Vicious cycle. Trying to get back into the positive side of that cycle right now. I definitely feel better about myself when I’m eating more whole foods.
I’ve recently made an overhaul with my eating plan and can tell a huge difference in the way my mind and my body feel. I no longer use artificial sweeteners and I try to avoid dyes and basically anything that’s not found in nature. It’s amazing how much food can impact every aspect of your life.
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I’m not entering the giveaway because I was asked to review it too…but I just wanted to comment! Isn’t the book awesome!?!?! I enjoyed it soooo much!
This book sounds perfect! I truly believe there is a connection between mood and food and it sounds like the perfect compliment to the health coaching course I’m taking right now.
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This book sounds awesome!
Food and mood…well, coffee is the worst offender for me. Coffee and I have such a love/hate relationship….I love it, but it makes me crazy. I also think sugar, proteins, and B-vitamins have a big effect.
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Hi! I’m currently in the process of recovering from an eating disorder, so nowso more than EVER im discovering the relationship between my mood and the foods I eat, but even before I got sick I saw the same thing. If I was extremely happy or excited my brain would morph into a “you DESERVE this” mindset and I would anything that I wanted, but a larger of quantity because I “deserved” it. If I was sad, or got into a fight with someone, I would either eat extra junky things because “they dont care about me, so i may as well blow up into a balloon!”, or I would go the complete opposite way and not eat, thinking “this will show THEM! ill look better and theyll know they caused it and ill WIN!”.
Now, as im recovering, im a lot more in tune with my body. Days that i’m extremely happy and excited and encouraged, I find myself striving to eat the RIGHT way, with three smaller meals accompanied by three healthy snacks throughout the day. The better my mood, the better I eat, and , thus, the better I feel. On days that i’m struggling and simply hate having to THINK, I either restrict or gather a large quantity of a “safe-in-terms-of-calories” food and just eat that all day. And you know what? It makes me feel WORSE.
Conclusion? It’s not just about the type of food…its a 360 circle. In order to be happy, one must eat healthy: eat enough, eat a variety, indulge a little here and there, and follow your specific hunger cues to tell you when you’ve had too little or enough! It’s all about balance, and the more in-line you feel, the better your mood!
I would LOVE to win this, Chelsey!!
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I absolutely believe the way I eat plays a big role in my outlook, my energy levels, my general well being and how GOOD I feel.
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Would love to read this book!!! I follow you on FB and read your blog everyday
In case I don’t win (wink wink lol) is this book at bookstores already??
I’m not sure, but I can check it out for you!
Food totally affects my energy levels. The more processed the food, the more bogged down I feel.
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Awesome giveaway! Food definitely affects my mood and my health! I have recently become aware of the effect on my mood, but have been striving to eat for my health for the past 4 years. I am so much more mentally satisfied if I cook myself a wholesome meal, rather than warm up a frozen dinner. Even though the dinner is nutritionally sound, I need to put in that effort to really feel full and satisfied.
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When I eat sugary/salty/fatty food I ALWAYS feel horrible and sluggish after! So I always try to eat the best I can, of course I eat unhealthy things sometimes, too though!
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I def see a result/change in my body when I eat really good/clean foods
As long as I eat enough to fuel myself through the day, I’m generally a happy girl.
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I definitely see a huge difference when I eat healthy versus when I eat junk or fried food…plus bad food seems to make me more tired! PS already like you on FB!
Food is fuel!! I teach 4+ aerobic classes a day plus run 3-10 miles a day. I have to eat clean to maintain my energy.
I’m just starting to get in touch with how food relates to my well-being and mood. So far, I know that gluten and dairy make me feel lethargic and bloated, my digestion is better when I cut these things. I’m hoping cutting gluten will also help with my iron absorption! And I know that eating animal products makes me feel ethically and morally upset. I’m hoping to start making more mood/body/food connections in the coming weeks!
I totally believe what we eat affects our mood and how we feel overall. I know when I eat more processed things or things with sugar I get tired and irritable. Keeping my diet to whole foods and clean eats makes me a much easier person to live with. I have also noticed that eating sugar in my diet helps to set me up for a binge later. It is as if my body can not get enough, for this reason alone I try to avoid added sugar.
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This book sounds awesome! I really believe that your nutrition effects everything about your health, which is why I have my degree in nutrition. I would love to see what this book has to say on the subject!
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I liked you on facebook. I believe what you eat has a great deal to do with your moods and how much energy you have. Sugary foods make me very spacey.
Mood totally relates to my mood…when I eat “clean” healthy foods I feel good and have energy and just happier. When I eat sugar, fried foods or just generally unhealthy I feel “heavier” and blah and grumpy. I can feel it immediately!
food definitely has an effect on my mood. when i eat a lot of sugar i feel sluggish and have little to no motivation. when i eat healthy whole foods i feel energized!
I just found your blog and liked you on FB. I have seen first hand how much food can affect you. My little one was recently diagnosed with a dairy allergy so I have completely re-vamped our diets. I feel 100% better and I can see a huge change in him as well. He’s more alert, more energetic, and he is sleeping better. I’m really excited to keep learning more about how to control our eating and moods better. I also have been on the lookout for toddler friendly vegan/healthy recipes. I would love a copy of this book!
I always feel sleepy, like I need a nap, after eating junk food. And then I feel guilty for eating the junk food. It’s a vicious cycle!
I think that processed carbs and sugars kill my mood! I love them the minute they are in my mouth, but 1 hour later I am “blah”!
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After eliminating certain foods from my diet I can say now that they affected my mood or sleep patterns. Strangely enough, I also found that drinking red wine right before going to sleep left me with night sweats…and not in the good way. I have been looking forward to this book since seeing Brendan speak in Walnut Creek (about an hour drive from where I live but I wouldn’t miss it for the world). Thanks for spreading the word!
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You are what you eat… and if you eat healthy, then you’ll feel healthy. I believe that when I eat whole, unproccessed foods, my skin gets clearer, my body feels better, I ‘m happier, and I do better in school.
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Food has always made a HUGE difference in my life. I just never knew it until 3 years ago when I was in a severe health crisis. Changing the way I ate to a mostly raw whole food diet, gave me my life back and now I want to share what I have learned and also how much food does impact your life. I would like to win the new book Must have been something I ate, because I am going to school to study nutrition and be a holistic nutritionist and I need as much info and knowledge as I can get my hands on! Thank you Chelsey for spreading the word on food and health!!!!
When I eat beter, I feel better… pretty simple, but sometimes hard to remember.
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This book looks awesome!! I love learning about how food affects you - I took a “Food and Mood” class awhile back, and it was so interesting. I just followed you on Twitter too, I hope I can win!
Food affects me a lot! If I eat too much sugar or carbs, I feel really lethargic and get really down (this happens especially if I eat sugar). I feel so much better when I eat lean proteins, healthy fats and tons of veggies…and some fruit in moderation. I think more clearly and have so much energy.
What I eat completely influences my quality of life. If I eat processed, greasy food I’ll get stomach pains; if I have dairy I also get stomach pains… but eating and exercising go hand-in-hand for me. If I exercise I’m more likely to eat well and thus my mood increases
Foods 100% affect my mood; however, not nearly as much as they used to. I am in recovery from an eating disorder. I used to let what and how much I ate completely dictate my attitude for the day (wether or not I did “bad” or “good” as determined by my ED). Now, I try not to let it to get to me too much, and I also try not to label my food as “bad or good”.
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Honestly foods don’t noticeably affect my energy levels or mood. I feel the same eating junk food or veggies. I kinda wish I had that extra motivation of knowing if I eat junk I’ll feel like junk but I try to eat as healthy as possible.
Whole foods are the only way to go. Processed junk and sugar make me feel horrible!
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I’m so new to this and super excited to find and read your blog. I definitely find a correlation in food and mood. I work behind a computer all day and if I eat poorly in the morning and at lunch….I’m about a zombie come 2pm. Yikes! But, if I start my day with a green drink and then a salad for lunch…I’m rocking through the day. It’s super hard to eat “clean” all the time, especially with a little one in the house. This book sounds amazing! Thanks for offering this giveaway.
a lot of the time, food can dictate how i feel. for example, if i eat a healthy meal, i feel energized and happy afterward. however, i’m almost happier when i don’t notice the connection between food and my mood. when life is just happening, and eating is part of it, i feel the most at ease.
I’d love to be entered! Food for sure affects my energy levels and just my mood and outlook in general. I think it’s kind of like exercise in that regard. If you go awhile not exercising, you might not notice how well you could actually feel if you did exercise. Same with eating healthy!
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Eating too much packaged/white carbs really makes me feel tired and sleepy. When I eat them in moderation, I feel much more energized and in better mood. overall, I feel better about myself, and my acne problems are now gone!
Eating 100% effects my mood..
fried foods= sluggish, slow and whiny
processed white flour= super hyper for a split second, then a huge crash.
red meat= lethargic and out of it
vegetables/fruits= perky and happy
healthy protein= FULL and content
oatmeal= very very happy.
coffee= very very very very happy
no food= DONT COME NEAR ME. I might chew your head off or cry for no reason.
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