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

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
Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- PublishedFebruary 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM UTC
- Length39 min
- RatingClean