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When you think of “foods that make me happy” during the holidays, you might picture pavlova, trifle, or that giant box of Christmas chocolates. However, research shows that lasting happiness and mood stability come from nutrient-rich whole foods—especially those that nourish your gut–brain axis. In other words, the real mood-boosting foods are the ones that feed your beneficial gut bacteria and support brain health, not just the sugary treats.

The Problem with Ultra-Processed Christmas Treats

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Every December, the same emotional cocktail appears. A splash of excitement, a squeeze of exhaustion, a dusting of guilt, and a generous pour of bubbles. The festive season arrives with its canapés, candy canes and colleagues who suddenly believe rosé is a hydration strategy. Whether you are twenty five, forty, sixty or somewhere beyond, the festive season can leave anyone feeling a little frayed.

Here is the truth. You can enjoy this season. You can eat. You can drink. You can sparkle in that dr…

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If you’ve been steering clear of carbs in fear they’ll derail your health goals, I have good news. There’s a special kind of carbohydrate called resistant starch that might just change how you view spuds, pasta and bananas. Resistant starch acts more like fibre in your body – it isn’t digested in your small intestine, so it doesn’t spike your blood sugar. Instead, it travels to your colon where it feeds your friendly gut bacteria . In other words, it’s a carb that nourishes you. As a…