In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Menzel, Certified Nutrition Specialist and founder of Sword Fern Nutrition in Portland, Oregon.
We explore the fascinating field of nutritional psychology, how what we eat directly influences our brain chemistry, mood, and focus. Jamie shares insights on how nutrient deficiencies can impact emotional regulation and cognitive function, especially in individuals with neurodivergent traits, ADHD, or chronic stress.
Together, we talk about the importance of supporting brain health through a root-cause lens: from stabilizing blood sugar and replenishing micronutrients, to using food as a daily form of nervous system care.
This conversation is an invitation to understand your brain as part of your body’s ecosystem and to find small, practical ways to nourish it for clarity, focus, and emotional balance.
✨ Connect with Jamie Menzel: swordfernnutrition.com 💛 Learn more about Meli’s work: melikirkwood.com | @melikirkwood
🎙️ Produced by Bululú Wellness
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