{"id":19944,"date":"2023-11-02T02:09:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-02T06:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/?p=19944"},"modified":"2026-10-23T16:19:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T13:19:47","slug":"mens-nutrition-on-mental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-on-mental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How Men&#8217;s Nutrition Influences Their Mental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"key-takeaways mb-10 rounded-sm border border-accent\/30 bg-secondary p-6 md:mb-12 md:p-8 wp-block-vacayou-magazine-key-takeaways\" aria-labelledby=\"key-takeaways-heading-1\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\">\n\t<h2 id=\"key-takeaways-heading-1\" class=\"mb-4 font-serif text-2xl leading-tight font-medium text-foreground\">\n\t\tSnapshot\t<\/h2>\n\t<ul class=\"list-disc space-y-2 pl-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"text-lg leading-relaxed text-foreground\/80\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\">\n\t\t\t\tMen\u2019s nutrition refers to the food choices that meet men\u2019s distinct dietary needs, and research suggests those choices can influence mood and mental health, too.\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"text-lg leading-relaxed text-foreground\/80\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\">\n\t\t\t\tFoods that support the immune system, such as fatty fish and leafy greens, may benefit your mind as well, because the immune system also shapes emotional patterns.\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"text-lg leading-relaxed text-foreground\/80\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\">\n\t\t\t\tYoung men in one study reported less mental distress when they limited caffeine and fast food, and among men over 30, a moderate intake of nuts was linked to better mood.\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"text-lg leading-relaxed text-foreground\/80\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\">\n\t\t\t\tDaily habits matter just as much, from regular checkups and exercise to a full night\u2019s sleep and real vacation time.\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"text-lg leading-relaxed text-foreground\/80\" itemprop=\"itemListElement\">\n\t\t\t\tGood food lays a foundation, and men who are struggling can get more personalized help by talking with a therapist.\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Men, get the scoop on how men\u2019s nutrition can shape your mental health.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mental health matters for everyone, but research shows that biological sex and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7822407\/\">differences in brain morphology can play a role in mental distress<\/a>. Because nutrition shapes how the brain functions, men and women may need to eat different things to help manage mood disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though the same studies show that women are more prone to issues with mental health than men, it comes as no surprise that men are still affected. So today, we flip the tables and focus specifically on men&#8217;s nutrition and how it influences their mental health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-men-s-nutrition-and-declining-mental-health\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Men&#8217;s Nutrition and Declining Mental Health <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mental health issues are starting to plague Americans at higher rates, leading to a silent but deadly epidemic. Economic instability and social stigma both feed this growing issue, but lifestyle habits play a significant role of their own, including <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/fridge-goals\/\">the food you eat<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/10-benefits-of-exercise-at-any-age\/\">how often you exercise<\/a>. That gives men more control over their mental state than they might think, starting with paying closer attention to what\u2019s on their plate.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-male-diet-what-you-eat-can-affect-your-mental-health\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Male Diet: What You Eat Can Affect Your Mental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"19949\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMjQiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiPjxhbmltYXRlIGF0dHJpYnV0ZU5hbWU9ImZpbGwiIHZhbHVlcz0icmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC4xKTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSkiIGR1cj0iMnMiIHJlcGVhdENvdW50PSJpbmRlZmluaXRlIiAvPjwvcmVjdD48L3N2Zz4=\" alt=\"men&#039;s nutrition concept healthy cooking with vegetables\" class=\"wp-post-19944 wp-image-19949\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1696442638\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 1024\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_300,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_150,h_150,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 150w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_768,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1536,h_1536,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_1200,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1440,h_1440,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 1440w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_600,c_fill,g_auto\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442638\/magazine\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash\/mens-nutrition-healthy-cooking-with-vegetables-katie-smith-unsplash.jpg?_i=AA 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even without considering mental health, men&#8217;s nutrition <a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au\/health\/healthyliving\/Mens-nutrition-needs\">needs are very different than women&#8217;s<\/a>. Paying attention to those differences helps make sure men\u2019s meals meet their physical needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some foods benefit mood directly, but the body works as one system, so eating for gut or heart health can also lift mental well-being. The immune system is a good example. Besides fighting inflammation and infection, it plays a role in emotional health. Thus, eating foods that support the immune system can also support mental health. Foods that top the list include almonds, broccoli, blueberries, fatty fish, ginger, turmeric and spinach.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most adult men need roughly 3 to 3\u00bd cups of vegetables a day, 2 to 2\u00bd cups of fruit, 7 to 10 ounces of grains, 6 to 7 ounces of lean meat or other protein, and 3 cups of dairy. Exact amounts depend on age and activity level, and the USDA\u2019s free MyPlate Plan calculator gives personalized daily targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for what to eat for mental health&#8230; one study found that young men who ate moderate amounts of dairy and meat reported less mental distress, and high caffeine and fast-food intake tracked with more. For men 30 and older, moderate nut intake was linked to better mood.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Foods that nourish your body tend to help your mind. Along with the mood-friendly picks above, an overall healthy diet tailored to your needs as a man can keep you sharper and steadier day to day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-additional-tips-for-men-to-improve-mental-health\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Tips for Men to Improve Mental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1920\" height=\"1081\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"19948\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxOTIwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwODEiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiPjxhbmltYXRlIGF0dHJpYnV0ZU5hbWU9ImZpbGwiIHZhbHVlcz0icmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC4xKTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSkiIGR1cj0iMnMiIHJlcGVhdENvdW50PSJpbmRlZmluaXRlIiAvPjwvcmVjdD48L3N2Zz4=\" alt=\"Man getting massage at Carillon spa\" class=\"wp-post-19944 wp-image-19948\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1696442633\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1920 1081\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 1920w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_169,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_577,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_432,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1536,h_865,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_676,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1440,h_811,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 1440w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_338,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1696442633\/magazine\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage\/Carillon-spa-mens-self-care-massage.jpg?_i=AA 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy Carillon Miami Wellness Resort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to diet, daily habits and lifestyle choices can also play a significant role in mental health. The best way to quickly boost your mental state and help fight off mood disorders is to live a healthier, balanced life as a whole.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For men, <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/10-health-tips-for-men\/\">top health tips<\/a> for living a healthier life include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keeping up with regular doctor visits, with a particular focus on cholesterol and diabetes screenings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staying hydrated throughout the day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talking to your doctor before starting vitamins or supplements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practicing self-care more often<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting regular exercise, including cardio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting a full night\u2019s rest every day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practicing positive thinking to reduce negativity in your life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If life feels chaotic and stressful, try taking breaks more often. Perhaps it\u2019s also time to use some of that vacation you\u2019ve saved up. Travel is fun and brings <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/mental-wellness-benefits-of-travel\/\">numerous wellness benefits<\/a>. People who take regular vacations tend to report better health and a brighter outlook on life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-when-men-s-nutrition-isn-t-enough\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Men\u2019s Nutrition Isn\u2019t Enough<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While eating better and leading a healthier lifestyle is important to mental health, it\u2019s also okay if you need a little extra help to manage your mental state. There has long been a negative stigma surrounding therapy, especially for men. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But there is nothing wrong with talking to a professional to get more personalized help. Even one honest conversation with someone supportive can lighten the load more than you\u2019d expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-men-s-nutrition-basics\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Men\u2019s Nutrition Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How is men\u2019s nutrition different from women\u2019s?<\/strong><br>Men generally need more calories and protein than women, largely because they tend to carry more muscle. Women of childbearing age need more than twice as much iron as men, so most men don\u2019t need an iron supplement unless a doctor recommends one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much protein does a man need each day?<\/strong><br>The general guideline for adults is about 0.36 grams of protein per pound of body weight, which works out to roughly 65 grams a day for a 180-pound man. Active and older men may benefit from more, so a doctor or dietitian can help fine-tune the number.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Men, get the scoop on how men\u2019s nutrition can shape your mental health. Mental health matters for everyone, but research shows that biological sex and differences in brain morphology can play a role in mental distress. 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