Mood & Food: How To Relieve Stress Naturally - by a Psychologist & Mental Health Coach

In this important new year episode, Andrew Bridgewater Chartered Psychologist shares his personal experience and powerful tips for transforming resentment into forgiveness and gratitude.

The Mood and Food podcast is kindly sponsored byIgennus.comhealthcare nutrition in Cambridge UK. As a listener you can get 20% off their complete range of vitamins and supplements for your mental and physical health by using the code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist at OlderHappierHealthier.com shares 4 powerful benefits of taking ashwaganda in powder or capsule form. Get 20% off Ashwaganda capsules at Igennus.com using the code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Recorded in Cyprus, I'm diving into the fascinating world of Ashwaganda powder and it's excellent health benefits.
Ashwaganda, also known as Withania Somnifera (lots of sleep benefits) is a powerful herb native to India, the Middle East and parts of Africa with a long history in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Its roots and leaves are used to create a powder and Ashwaganda is often referred to as an adaptogen - a substance that helps the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. But what exactly makes it so special?  That's the topic of today's podcast.
Four Great Benefits Of Taking Ashwaganda In Moderation

Dealing With Stress Naturally: Stress affects everything from our sleep to the quality of our immune system. Ashwaganda helps the body manage stress by regulating the production of stress hormones. Studies has shown that Ashwaganda can lower cortisol levels, thereby promoting a sense of calm and relaxation. Boosting Cognitive Function and Memory: With neuroprotective properties, Ashwaganda can help safeguard our brains from the effects of ageing. Some studies even suggest that the herb may enhance memory and improve cogntive function and memory in older people. Immune System Support: A range of studies have found that Ashwaganda may help regulate and support the immune system and this is especially helpful as we enter the winter months. Improving Joint Health and As An Anti-Inflammatory: Ashwaganda may offer natural relief from joint discomfort. You've seen me mention previously that inflammation is linked to many health conditions including depression, high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma and bowel problems.

Best Ways To Enjoy The Right Amount Of Ashwaganda

Capsules: This is one of the easiest and most convenient options, providing a standardised dosage. Capsules are easy to take with water and eliminate the need to measure. See below for a link to order Ashwaganda capsules at 20% off. Powder Mixed in Smoothies: Blend into your morning smoothie for a tasty way to mask the herb's earthy flavour. Ashwaganda Tea: Steep the powder in hot water to make a soothing bed-time tea and enjoy a more restful and restorative sleep. Add honey or other natural sweeteners if you prefer. In Soups or Stews: Add the powder towards the end of cooking to avoid damaging the beneficial compounds.
So there you have it, another really valuable natural supplement for your wellbeing and healthy ageing!
Wishing you radiant health and a vibrant life,
Andrew
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Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares 7 easy and powerful tips for boosting your mood, both immediately and in the longer term. For more information and a free coaching session with Andrew, visit www.OlderHappierHealthier.com

The Mood & Food podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠⁠www.Igennus.com⁠⁠ Health Care Nutrition in Cambridge, UK. To get 20% off their complete range of vitamins and supplements for your mental and physical health, use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout or quote the code when 'phoning your order on +44 (0)1223 421434

How to awaken to a joyous life, free from depression and anxiety. Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist explains through a personal story of recovery from severe depression and anxiety after being hospitalised for 5 weeks in 2006.

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The Mood & Food podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠www.Igennus.com⁠ Health Care Nutrition in Cambridge, UK. To get 20% off their complete range of vitamins and supplements for your mental and physical health, use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout or quote the code when 'phoning your order on +44 (0)1223 421434

Due to popular demand, Andrew will continue the Mood & Food podcast. In the meantime, here is the first lesson from his new audio course at www.OlderHappierHealthier.com

The Mood & Food podcast is kindly sponsored by www.Igennus.com Health Care Nutrition in Cambridge, UK. To get 20% off their complete range of vitamins and supplements for your mental and physical health, use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout or quote the code when 'phoning your order on +44 (0)1223 421434

In what was initially the final episode of The Mood and Food Podcast, Andrew Bridgewater Chartered Psychologist shares a glimpse of his exciting new project. Due to popular demand, the Mood & Food podcast will continue after a break of 7 months. Email andrew@andrewbridgewater.com and listen to the new podcast at www.Anchor.fm/OlderHappierHealthier

The Mood & Food podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠www.Igennus.com⁠ Health Care Nutrition in Cambridge, UK. To get 20% off their complete range of vitamins and supplements for your mental and physical health, use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout or quote the code when 'phoning your order on +44 (0)1223 421434

In this episode, Chartered Psychologist Andrew Bridgewater shares personal feelings around an important current topic and where these feelings really come from.  It can trigger a profound and powerful insight to help deal with severe stress naturally. For more information and a free audio course to deal with stress, anxiety and depression naturally, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist at TheMentalHealthCoach.net reviews the most popular episodes from the Mood and Food Podcast over the last 12 months.  The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In this episode, Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares the latest information on gut health and how to boost your mood and mental wellbeing. For more information, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net  The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist at TheMentalHealthCoach.net shares 6 excellent mood-enhancing benefits he has experienced from cutting out added sugar for just 14 days.  For more information and your no-cost audio course, goto www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net. Book your free 30 minute session with Andrew at www.andrewbridgewater.com/30minutes. The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In episode 43 of the Mood and Food Podcast, Chartered Psychologist and mental health coach Andrew Bridgewater shares 5 powerful benefits gleaned from his own experience of using coconut oil.  For more information and your free audio course '7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief', go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net.   The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Feeling suicidal and depressed in 2006, I bought 'The Natural Way To Beat Depression' by Professor Basant Puri and Hilary Boyd. My psychiatrist rejected the book as new age nonsense, but I read it anyway and put the information into practice.

The latest Mood & Food podcast shares my experience of supplementing with EPA (basically omega 3) as described in the book and how it changed my life.

**Important disclaimer**. This is my personal story and not medical advice. 

Download Andrew's free audio course '7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief' at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net 

The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist explains 5 ways that alcohol is damaging your mental health.  For more information and your free audio course '7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief' go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

The article Andrew refers to in this podcast is at https://www.candi.nhs.uk/news/unhealthy-mix-between-alcohol-and-mental-health

In this episode, Andrew Bridgewater talks candidly with Heather about her fascinating journey to mental health and what she has learned about the links between mood and food. For more information and your free audio course, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net  The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK at www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In this live session, Craig Beck talks to Psychologist, Andrew Bridgewater about the best ways to deal with stress, depression and anxiety without turning to alcohol.  For more information, including Andrew's free audio course, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares the benefits of being alcohol free for over a year.  For more information and a free audio course "7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief", go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist talks to homeopath and holistic health expert, Ian Watson about how to make positive change happen in your life. For more information and a free audio course, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood & Food podcast is kindly sponsored by ⁠www.Igennus.com⁠ Health Care Nutrition in Cambridge, UK. To get 20% off their complete range of vitamins and supplements for your mental and physical health, use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout or quote the code when 'phoning your order on +44 (0)1223 421434

In episode 36 of the Mood & Food Podcast, Andrew Bridgewater is joined by multi-board certified Psychiatrist Dr Bill Pettit and both share a profound new understanding for dealing with stress naturally.  For more information, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

In this episode of the Mood & Food podcast, Andrew Bridgewater chartered psychologist shares his tips for using gratitude and forgiveness as powerful forces for good in your life.  For more information and a free audio course, '7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief' visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist explains what burnout is and how to both deal with it and avoid it.  For more information and a free audio course, go to www.andrewbridgewater.com

In this radio interview, Andrew Bridgewater Chartered Psychologist shares some excellent tips for dealing with anxiety as we return to office and other work environments after the pandemic.  For more information, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net 

In this episode, Andrew Bridgewater Chartered Psychologist shares insights about the potential impact of social media use on our mental health and how to manage the risks. For more information and a free audio course "7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief', go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Chartered Psychologist, Andrew Bridgewater discusses his experience of dealing with severe stress through a new understanding.  For more information, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK atwww.igennus.comand as a listener, you can get 20% off their complete range of high quality vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In episode 30, Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net reviews the most popular episodes from the Mood & Food Podcast - those which have been listened to most often.  For more information, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares how he was inspired by the moving stories of two coaching clients and what he has learned from 6 months of being alcohol free.  Listen out for some incredible benefits which will arise in your mind and body. 

Check out Andrew's free audio course '7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief" at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

This episode is taken from Andrew Bridgewater's online video course - Mood and Food. Correct food combining is a great way to boost your energy and mental wellbeing.  What simple changes with big benefits will you enjoy?  The Mood and Food course is available at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net - get an exclusive 50% off using the code HALFOFF (in capitals) at checkout.

You can get Andrew's book "Fit For Business" in paperback, audio and ebook versions at https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00IS6E2M0

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist says:

This is what I'm working on at the moment - a "User Manual For The Mind" and wish I'd had one of these in 2006!

I wouldn't have ended up in a psychiatric hospital for 5 weeks worrying about the hole I was shovelling money into: a big mortgage with negative equity on the house I'm sitting in right now. Looks crazy to me when I write that.

No matter what happens in life, we are always resilient enough to handle it - when we know how. A fraudster in Cyprus proved that in 2013 when he stole half my pension and all the savings for my sons' further education, amounting to £150,000. That's twice the amount I was worrying about 7 years before and no hospital trip that time. So what changed? For one thing, I've learned to really forgive myself and others - why cart all that pain and resentment around?

Challenges can teach us so much and in 2006 as I lay locked up on my own in a hospital room, I vowed to research everything I could find about how to deal with severe stress, anxiety and depression naturally - because all I was being offered were drugs with horrible side-effects. So that's why I've spent the last 10 years collecting and bottling up what it takes to enjoy great mental and physical health.

Wonderful when we can take the tough experiences of life and create great stuff with them - do take a look by clicking the link below: https://andrewbridgewater.vipmembervault.com/.../view/6 or visiting www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net and selecting MasterMind.

This episode is from Andrew Bridgewater's free online audio course and shares great snacks to boost your mental health.  Which personal favourites will you be adding to the shopping list this week?  The complete 7-part audio course is available free to listeners of the Mood & Food podcast at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net 

Are you experiencing challenges with stress as we emerge from lockdown? Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist joins The Stop Drinking Expert, Craig Beck for this excellent live session.  For free resources including 1:1 support, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist joins the renowned Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck to discuss how to deal with stress without turning to drugs or alcohol.   Join us live on Sunday 18th April at 3pm UK time www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0fZcx-WS80

Taken from one of Andrew Bridgewater's online courses, this audio introduces a powerful understanding of how the mind works which will help you deal with stress in natural and lasting ways.  For more information, check out the complete free course at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

In this 6-minute radio interview, Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist explains how habits can become both positive and negative addictions.  Make habits work for you, not against you with the 3 simple tips covered here.  For more information and a free audio course - '7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief', visit TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares excellent tips for being resilient and dealing with stress at work.  For a free course and copy of Andrew's book, visit www.FitForBusiness.co

In this radio interview, Andrew Bridgewater shares powerful tips on how to reduce stress and improve your mental health when working from home.  For a free audio course with more excellent information, go to www.FitForBusiness.co

In this recording of a session for a corporate client, Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares useful tips for enjoying more resilience and energy at work.  For a free online course, including a PDF copy of Andrew'a book "Fit for Business: How to deal with stress and enjoy a healthy work life balance, visit www.FitForBusiness.co

Great tips for dealing with anxiety during lockdown in this interview with Chartered Psychologist, Andrew Bridgewater.  For your free audio course "7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief", go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater and Kim Wymer share 5 things you must know about alcohol and stress to lead a happier and healthier life.

1. You can feel socially confident without alcohol and don't ever need alcohol to be happy
2. It looks like alcohol can relieve stress but it's truly a depressant and people who drink more alcohol are far more prone to depression and anxiety
3. Take a week off alcohol and see how powerful a substance it is by reflecting on the changes in your mind and body
4. None of us knows where the boundary between moderate drinking and alcoholism is and it's different for everyone
5. Vaccines are helpful but we can't outsource our health to a vaccine. As a toxin, alcohol isn't supporting your natural immune system

I recorded this excellent piece with Kim Wymer, one of my Mood & Food course students recently.  Kim previously had serious alcohol problems and was very open in talking about them.  For more information, visit our websites at www.KimWymer.com and www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares the power of the Slight Edge for better mental health. For more information and Andrew's free audio course, go to TheMentalHealthCoach.net

This episode of the Mood & Food podcast is taken from a live talk in London by Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist.  Andrew explains how life has our backs and that when deep in over-thinking we can be sure "this too shall pass".  For more information and a free 7-part audio course, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares a talk he gave at Shakespeare's School in Stratford upon Avon.  Andrew explains how we all have mental resilience and shares powerful tips for releasing stress naturally.  For more information, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

In this episode of the Mood & Food Podcast, Andrew Bridgewater Chartered Psychologist shares exciting new information about the link between gut health and your mental health.  The podcast is taken from lesson 3 of the Mood & Food online course and for more information, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist and the creator of Mood & Food reads chapter 3 of his book "Fit for Business: How to deal with stress and enjoy a healthy work life balance".  This important chapter is titled "You Were Born Fully Equipped To Deal With Stress" and explains how this deep realisation can transform your life. For  more information, please visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net and the complete book is on Amazon, Audible as well as other book and audio book platforms.

The Mood & Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist and the creator of the Mood & Food online course explains 3 key benefits and some excellent nutritional sources of vitamin D.  For more information on the complete Mood & Food course, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood & Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In this episode of the Mood & Food podcast, Andrew explains the benefits of dried wheatgrass dissolved in water and how to do consume wheatgrass for maximum benefit.  For more information, go to www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood & Food Podcast is proudly sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In this episode, I share 3 quick wins for your mental health - Omega 3 with evening primrose, wheatgrass and magnesium.  Your special link for a 20% discount on supplements is www.igennus.com and use the code ADDVITALITY at checkout

You can get the complete Mood & Food course at half-price using the code HALFOFF at checkout - www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

Looking back at life, have circumstances ever been "clearing you out" for much better times ahead? Perhaps you can find meaning and purpose in what's going on at the moment - as Andrew Bridgewater explains in this episode of the Mood & Food Podcast.  Download Andrew's free 7-part audio course at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood & Food Podcast is proudly sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

In this radio interview, Andrew Bridgewater explains why it can be good to cry and provides useful hints and tips for your mental health.  For more information, visit www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net

The Mood & Food Podcast is proudly sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

It's about what you Think, Drink and Eat - in order of importance.  Andrew Bridgewater, Chartered Psychologist shares the best of what he's learned (much of it the hard way) about living with strong mental and physical health.  Andrew's free audio course "7 Steps To Natural Stress Relief" is at www.TheMentalHealthCoach.net 

The Mood & Food Podcast is proudly sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

How to boost your mental health with a few natural supplements. The Mood & Food Podcast is proudly sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition in Cambridge, UK www.igennus.com and as a listener, you can get 20% off their entire range of vitamins and supplements. Use the special code ADDVITALITY (in capitals) at checkout.

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Andrew Bridgewater discusses how to relieve stress by making some slightly different food choices. The Mood and Food Podcast is sponsored by Igennus Healthcare Nutrition, based in Cambridge UK www.igennus.com.  You can get 20% off their entire product range using the code ADDVITALITY at checkout.