Flexitarianism is considered a semi-vegetarian diet, where lentils, beans, peas, nuts and seeds make up most of one’s protein intake, yet meat is enjoyed occasionally.1 The diet is believed to reduce one’s carbon footprint while improving overall health.

The human brain develops rapidly during the first 2 years of life and it has been found that nutritional factors play a significant role in healthy brain growth and cognitive development.

Could the gut microbiome hold the key to mental health?