Psychologist - Spoonful of Reason

13/05/2026

11/05/2026

Vitamins B play a particularly important role in the relationship between diet and mental health. There is no single “vitamin B”; rather, it is a group of substances known as vitamins B. This group consists of B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folic acid), and B12 (cobalamin). All of them play a vital role in cellular function and directly influence the production of neurochemicals that regulate mood, energy, and cognition.


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04/05/2026

I don’t know about you, but my gut reaction is that fat is energy (even though I should know better by now). Omega-3 fatty acids also seem more like fat in some ways. Let’s take a look at what counts as fats or fuels here—and what doesn’t.

Polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids, specifically EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), are important structural components of nerve cell membranes. They ensure the transport of substances into the cell or the permeability of the cell membrane. A nerve cell must have a permeable membrane to be able to respond to neurotransmitters (such as serotonin or dopamine). In addition, omega-3 fatty acids are powerful immunomodulators; they participate in the production of anti-inflammatory molecules (resolvins and protectins). It is precisely this anti-inflammatory effect that is considered the most important defence against biological stress, which leads to depression and cognitive decline.

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