Nourished Brain Podcast
The Nourished Brain Podcast is your trusted source for understanding the science-backed connection between nutrition, mental health, and brain function. Hosted by integrative and functional dietitian Sarah Ferreira, MS, MPH, RD, IFNCP, each episode dives into the field of nutritional neuroscience and explores how nutrition affects mood, cognition, and emotional well-being. Through expert interviews and evidence-based strategies, episodes focus on practical ways to support brain health at every stage of life.
Episodes
Did you know that your spice rack could offer brain-protective benefits?
In this episode of The Nourished Brain Podcast, I explore the science behind cozy fall spices cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and cardamom — and how they could boost overall brain health.
You’ll also hear practical ways to use them in your daily routine...just in case you're not already getting enough of that pumpkin spice blend in!
🎧 Tune in and learn how to tu...
In this episode, I speak with Christina Veselak, LMFT, CN to explore the vital role of adequate protein intake in recovery. Christina shares her perspective on how protein influences focus, energy, and emotional stability, and why it’s especially important in the journey of addiction recovery and overall nutritional healing.
Tune in to discover how prioritizing protein can help restore balance, strengthen recovery, and support long-...
What if the secret to better focus, memory, and mood started with the way that you think about how you eat? In this episode, I explore 'big picture' how to prompt yourself for brain-healthy eating—using small mindset shifts and practical cues to guide your food choices without stress or restriction.
💡 Have a question you’d like me to cover on the podcast? Or interested in joining as a guest? Looking for a speaker for your ...
Does the Mediterranean Diet impact the cognitive abilities of children and adolescents? In this brief research review, I summarize highlights of a recent publication featured in the Brain Food Digest newsletter.
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Interested in learning more about what food addiction could 'look like' in the brain? In this brief research review, I summarize highlights of a recent publication featured in the Brain Food Digest newsletter.
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Looking for natural ways to support brain health and protect against cognitive decline? In this brief research review, I summarize highlights of a recent publication featured in the Brain Food Digest newsletter.
Join other readers exploring the science of brain health. Subscribe to the Brain Food Digest:
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Jennifer Hanes, MS, RDN, LD joined me to explore the intricate relationship between omega-3 fatty acids and mental health.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Omega-3s and Mental Health
02:56 Types of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
06:01 The Role of Omega-3s in Inflammation and Mental Health
09:00 Neuroplasticity and Omega-3s
12:00 Research on Omega-3s and Mental Health Conditions
15:14 Omega-3s in Specific Mental Health Disorders
18:02 The Im...
Doug Cook, RDN, known as the 'Gut Brain Guy', is talking brain food business in this episode. We talk about how the quality of our diet can impact mood, with some of Doug's super-specific and actionable recommendations for how to harness brain-friendly nutrients on a day-to-day basis. For those of you who like digging into the 'why' and the 'how', this episode is for you!
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