With final exams here, we can all use a few reminders of the importance of taking care of our mental health and well-being. The good news is that there are many simple steps and healthy choices you can adopt to promote and strengthen your mental health. These include building social support, eating with your mental health in mind, recognizing the signs of stress, and knowing when to reach out for help. Tune into our Mental Heath Month 2014 blog series for tips and resources for promoting good mental health.
To start off, check out Mental Health America‘s fact sheet Healthy Diet: Eating with Mental Health in Mind. Learn how to fuel yourself for a productive pre-finals weekend with a diet that supports body and mind!
Being healthy does not have to break the bank. Check out this great HuffPost article on Eating Healthy for Under $6 Per Day:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/builtlean/health-food-on-a-budget_b_4245563.html