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Food Affects Mood

The Lazy Psychologist in the Kitchen: Turkey Quinoa Meatloaf with Veggies

September 1, 2019 by Dr Jennifer Hartman

After a long time away, the Lazy Psychologist is back in the kitchen! As we move into Fall and get closer to the season of overindulgence, it seems like a good time to bring you another delicious, healthy recipe. If you’re a new reader, you may be wondering why on earth I’m posting a recipe to my mental health blog.

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The Lazy Psychologist in the Kitchen: Quirky Chicken Fried Rice

September 12, 2017 by Dr Jennifer Hartman

The Lazy Psychologist has been back in the kitchen this Fall! If you’re new to my blog, you may be asking yourself why a psychologist is posting recipes on her blog about mental health. Good question! Here’s the simple answer: food affects mood.

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The Lazy Psychologist in the Kitchen: Savory Oatmeal Stew

May 11, 2017 by Dr Jennifer Hartman

Welcome to another installment from the Lazy Psychologist in the Kitchen. For those of you who are new to my blog, you may be wondering why a psychologist is sharing a recipe on her blog about mental health. The answer is quite simple: food affects mood. Over the past several years, more and more research has shown that what we eat affects how we feel, both physically and emotionally.

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The Lazy Psychologist in the Kitchen: Chicken Enchilada Soup

January 4, 2017 by Dr Jennifer Hartman

Happy New Year! I hope 2017 is treating you well so far. We’re in the time of year when many people are putting their New Year’s resolutions into action, often related to living a healthier life. This seems like a perfect time for another installment of The Lazy Psychologist in the Kitchen. What’s that? Why is a psychologist offering recipes on her blog? What an excellent question!

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