Introduction to Nutritional Psychology: The Evolution of Food and Mood
Presented by Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RDN
Nutrition is a key mediator of depression, anxiety, and even trauma. Over the past decade, the concept of nutritional psychology has evolved to as an important accompaniment to therapy treating mental health disorders. During this presentation, Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RD, will break down the current state of nutrition in the United States and the latest studies demonstrating the outcomes of food choices in relation to our mental health.
Learning Objectives Include:
- Identify the various components on how food impacts the brain
- Identify at least one way to bring up diet in their patient practice
- List at least three foods that either benefit or hinder mental health
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RDN, provides expert advice regularly to multiple national and international media outlets, and has over 25 years of experience in the nutrition and wellness field. Some of her recent contributions include The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, TIME, Oprah, Martha Stewart Living, Food Network, and Women’s Health. The Huffington Post named Kristin “one of 35 diet and nutrition experts you need to follow on Twitter.” Kristin’s show, “The New Rules of Food,” aired nationally on PBS and received rave reviews. Kristin published her first book, Skinny Liver: A Proven Program to Prevent and Reverse the New Silent Epidemic—Fatty Liver Disease, in 2017 and her second book, Regenerative Health, will be available in 2024. Her website is www.KristinKirkpatrick.com.
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