In this podcast, Lisa Mowers, AHS Provincial Practice Lead, dives into the question, "Does food impact mood?". She is joined by Dr. Elnaz Vaghef Mehrabani, a seasoned nutrition researcher who is currently working as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Calgary and is an instructor at Athabasca University and Mount Royal University.Some of the topics explored in this podcast:•What the evidence tells us right now about how food is impacting mood and mental well-being.•How nutrition impacts our mood at different stages of life, including prenatal and early childhood development.•Current research on the Mediterranean style diet and healthy eating aligning with Canada’s food guide to help people with mental health concerns.•Practical tips for a person-centred approach when helping client use food to improve their mood.