Mental Wellness: How Nutrition Supports Brain Health With Professor Julia Rucklidge

The Good Question Podcast

Can what you eat impact your mental health? While traditional treatments often rely on medications, research suggests that broad-spectrum micronutrients may play a crucial role in supporting mood, resilience, and overall brain function…

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Julia Rucklidge, a renowned clinical psychologist and researcher, to explore how nutrition can transform mental well-being. Julia is a professor of psychology at the University of Canterbury, director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab, and co-author of The Better Brain, a book that examines how dietary interventions can help treat anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

Tune in now to discover:

  • The science behind nutrition and brain health
  • How micronutrient deficiencies contribute to mental disorders
  • Why psychiatric medications alone may not lead to long-term wellness
  • How to counteract drug-induced nutrient depletion

Curious to learn more about Julia’s groundbreaking research? Click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

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