Are the foods you eat every day secretly hijacking your emotions? The Standard American Diet, aptly named the SAD diet, is not just making us physically sick—it's literally making us sad. In a world where mental illness is skyrocketing, we have to look at one of the biggest drivers: the food at the end of our forks. In this episode, I explore the science showing how our diet drives neuroinflammation—inflammation of the brain—and causes a "functional disconnection" between the rational part of our brain (the prefrontal cortex) and our emotional, reactive part (the amygdala). This "brain on fire" is a key cause of depression, anxiety, ADHD, aggression, and violence. The main culprit is ultra-processed food, which now makes up over 60% of the calories in the American diet. Studies show daily junk food consumption is linked to an 11-fold increased odds of anxiety and that eating simple carbs is linked to a 14-fold (1400%) increased risk of aggressive behavior. The good news is that we have the power to fix this by turning back to real, nutrient-dense foods that fight inflammation and nourish our minds. In this episode, you will learn: The direct link between ultra-processed food and our mental health crisis. What "neuroinflammation" is and how it puts your brain on fire. How inflammation causes a "leaky brain" and disconnects your brain's "adult" and "dinosaur" parts. The shocking statistics linking junk food to a 1400% increased risk of aggression. Specific foods and nutrients that are critical for mood regulation and brain function. #MentalHealth #BrainHealth #nutrition Get my FREE guide 3 Steps to Reverse Aging when you sign up for my weekly health picks 👉 https://bit.ly/IncreaseHealthspan View the Show Notes For This Episode: https://bit.ly/ep-867 This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and Happy Egg. Right now, you can save 40% when you upgrade to Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to https://CozyEarth.com and use code DRHYMAN. Shopping for better eggs shouldn’t be confusing. Look for the yellow carton at your local grocery store or visit https://happyegg.com/farmacy to find Happy Egg near you.