Power Up Recovery with Nutrition Podcast
Power Up Recovery with Nutrition Podcast
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Explore the powerful connection between nutrition, mental health, and addiction recovery with Christina Veselak, a trailblazer in nutritional mental health and founder of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition.
This interview-based podcast, "Power Up Recovery with Nutrition," dives deep into how amino acids and targeted nutritional strategies can transform brain chemistry, build resilience, and support sustainable recovery. Christina’s expertise is showcased through engaging interviews with leading experts, practitioners, and inspiring voices from the recovery community, as well as solo episodes addressing key topics in the field.
Whether you’re on a personal recovery journey, a functional nutritionist seeking advanced tools, or a healthcare professional eager to expand your knowledge, this podcast offers practical advice, compelling stories, and the latest innovations. Academy members will find it an invaluable resource for deeper learning and staying connected to cutting-edge practices.
Explore how Christina Veselak bridges the gap between nutrition and mental well-being, one conversation at a time. Fuel your recovery, elevate your practice, and empower transformation.
It’s time to make nutrition part of the conversation. Tune in to "Power Up Recovery with Nutrition" and join us as we unlock the potential of targeted nutrition to support mental health and addiction recovery.
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The podcast centers on nutrition's role in mental health and addiction recovery, covering topics such as amino acid therapy, brain biochemistry, functional nutrition, and genetic factors influencing mental well-being. Episodes feature discussions on practical integration of nutrition into recovery practices and innovative strategies to fuel mental health, with examples like the use of Omega-3s for brain healing and the exploration of Gray-Area Drinking.
Explore the powerful connection between nutrition, mental health, and addiction recovery with Christina Veselak, a trailblazer in nutritional mental health and founder of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition.
This interview-based podcast, “Power Up Recovery with Nutrition,” dives deep into how amino acids and targeted nutritional strategies can transform brain chemistry, build resilience, and support sustainable recovery. Christina’s expertise is showcased through engaging interviews with leading experts, practitioners, and inspiring voices from the recovery community, as well as solo episodes addressing key topics in the field.
Whether you’re on a personal recovery journey, a functional nutritionist seeking advanced tools, or a healthcare professional eager to expand your knowledge, this podcast offers practical advice, compelling stories, and the latest innovations. Academy members will find it an invaluable resource for deeper learning and staying connected to cutting-edge practices.
Explore how Christina Veselak bridges the gap between nutrition and mental well-being, one conversation at a time. Fuel your recovery, elevate your practice, and empower transformation.
It’s time to make nutrition part of the conversation. Tune in to “Power Up Recovery with Nutrition” and join us as we unlock the potential of targeted nutrition to support mental health and addiction recovery.
In this episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, Christina Veselak sits down with Dr. Bill Harris, a leading expert in nutritional biochemistry and founder of the Omega-3 Index, to explore how omega-3 fatty acids impact brain health, mental health, and long-term recovery.
Dr. Harris explains the science behind EPA and DHA, the importance of measuring omega-3 levels through the Omega-3 Index, and why this simple blood test can be a powerful predictor of health outcomes including depression, inflammation, heart disease, and even suicide risk.
They dive into: • What the Omega-3 Index is and why it matters • The difference between EPA and DHA for brain function • Omega-3 deficiency and its link to mental health challenges • Optimal omega-3 intake for maintenance vs therapeutic use • Why the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio may be misleading • The role of inflammation in depression and recovery • Real-world cases of high-dose omega-3s in brain injury recovery
Meet Our Guest
William Harris holds a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from the University of Minnesota. Since 1980, his research has focused on omega-3 fatty acids. He has been the principal investigator on 8 omega-3 related NIH grants and has over 360 omega-3-related publications. In 2004, he developed the “Omega-3 Index”, a blood test to assess EPA+DHA status that can be performed on dried blood spots.
In 2008 he founded OmegaQuant Analytics, LLC in Sioux Falls, SD to offer the test to researchers, healthcare providers and consumers. He has been elected a Fellow of the American Heart Association, the National Lipid Association, and the American Society of Nutrition.
He is currently a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the Sanford School of Medicine, University of South Dakota; President of OmegaQuant Analytics, and the founder of the Fatty Acid Research Institute (2020). His scientific impact was ranked among the top 2% in a recent survey of scientists worldwide.
To Connect:
Facebook: @Omega3Index Instagram: @OmegaQuant YouTube: @OmegaQuantLab Omegaquant.com (OmegaQuant) Fareinst.org (Fatty Acid Research Institute) 5 Practical Takeaways
1. Test your Omega-3 levels Use the Omega-3 Index to know where you actually stand.
2. Aim for at least 8% This is the target range linked to better brain and overall health.
3. Most people need more Omega-3s A daily intake of 1,500–2,000 mg EPA + DHA is a good starting point.
4. EPA + DHA both matter EPA supports mood and inflammation, while DHA supports brain structure.
5. Consistency is key Long-term intake matters more than occasional supplementation.
Discover More Unlock a world of resources at https://aminoacidtherapy.com/ where you’ll find expert insights, transformative training, and actionable tools to support your recovery journey. Whether you’re looking for professional courses like our Level 1 Core Training
Learn more at https://feedtherecoveringbrain.com Support Our Mission Check out our nonprofit initiative, Eating Protein Saves Lives, at https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org/ Learn how we’re improving lives and communities through better nutrition, the science of amino acid therapy, and our simple yet powerful message: Eat protein every 4 hours.
Also, if you’re just starting out or want a solid foundation, check out Eat: A Guide to Radiant Recovery Using Food and Amino Acids to Repair the Addicted Brain and Reduce Cravings by Christina Veselak. It’s a clear, powerful intro to the core concepts. Grab your copy here: https://www.eatforrecovery.com/
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information shared is meant to inform and empower listeners but should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care and treatment.
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