Author Description

"Depression is one of the leading causes of chronic disease and lost productivity worldwide. As Registered Dietitians, we are often not trained in mental health disorders and may have apprehension when counseling patients with serious mental health challenges. However, as research on the microbiome has evolved, we see direct connections between diet and complex psychological states. This book does an outstanding job at reviewing the latest research and will show you step-by-step how to confidently make evidence-based recommendations for your patients that promote overall health and wellness."-Tiffany Champagne-Langabeer, PhD, MBA, RDN, LD. Certified in Integrative and Functional Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Disorders."Wow! To say I'm impressed with this book is an understatement. As a fellow functional medicine dietitian, I am blown away by the depth and breadth that the author delves into to help the reader understand mental health from a holistic, integrative, and root cause perspective. If you're looking for a simple 'eat this, not that' list, this book is not for you. Instead, if your goal is to become a well-equipped healthcare provider by gaining a deeper understanding of the physiological processes involved in depression, anxiety, and mental health and your role in affecting the many lifestyle factors that influence it, Nutrition for Mental Health is exactly what you've been looking for. 5 out of 5 stars. HIGHLY recommend!"-Kaytee Hadley, MSNHL, RDN, CPT. Functional Medicine Dietitian, Holistic Health Coach and Personal Trainer.