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Counting calories and chasing macros might make sense for body composition but when it comes to mental health, that approach can fall short.
In this solo episode, Dr. Kelli breaks down why nutrition for your brain and nervous system is far more nuanced than any one-size-fits-all plan.
You’ll learn:
✨ Why calorie counting can disrupt your body’s sense of safety and intuition
✨ The real role of protein, fat, and carbs in supporting mood and neurotransmitters
✨ Why animal-based amino acids are superior building blocks for mental clarity and calm
✨ How dietary fats protect your brain, hormones, and nervous system
✨ What makes “mental-health macros” different from “weight-loss macros”
This is nourishment that honors biology, not diet culture ~ because your brain deserves better fuel than numbers on a label.
💡 Mentioned in this episode:
Dive deeper inside The Food-Mood Course, your self-paced guide to using nutrition and circadian alignment for true anxiety recovery.
🎧 Use code PODCAST for 20% off at https://www.anxiety-recovery.com/food-mood-anxiety-solutions
Connect with Kelli https://www.instagram.com/dr_kelli
Visit https://www.anxiety-recovery.com/
SUPPORT THE SHOW
LifeWave Phototherapy Patches: https://lifewave.com/KelliRitter
Earthing shoes, Harmony 783 - https://harmony783.com/pages/my-shop#2305666
Discount Code: KELLI1
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Use Discount Code: NOURISHED10
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Always work with your personal healthcare provider for your specific health needs. Reminding you that podcasts are not medical advice nor consultations.
By Kelli Ritter, PhD5
66 ratings
Counting calories and chasing macros might make sense for body composition but when it comes to mental health, that approach can fall short.
In this solo episode, Dr. Kelli breaks down why nutrition for your brain and nervous system is far more nuanced than any one-size-fits-all plan.
You’ll learn:
✨ Why calorie counting can disrupt your body’s sense of safety and intuition
✨ The real role of protein, fat, and carbs in supporting mood and neurotransmitters
✨ Why animal-based amino acids are superior building blocks for mental clarity and calm
✨ How dietary fats protect your brain, hormones, and nervous system
✨ What makes “mental-health macros” different from “weight-loss macros”
This is nourishment that honors biology, not diet culture ~ because your brain deserves better fuel than numbers on a label.
💡 Mentioned in this episode:
Dive deeper inside The Food-Mood Course, your self-paced guide to using nutrition and circadian alignment for true anxiety recovery.
🎧 Use code PODCAST for 20% off at https://www.anxiety-recovery.com/food-mood-anxiety-solutions
Connect with Kelli https://www.instagram.com/dr_kelli
Visit https://www.anxiety-recovery.com/
SUPPORT THE SHOW
LifeWave Phototherapy Patches: https://lifewave.com/KelliRitter
Earthing shoes, Harmony 783 - https://harmony783.com/pages/my-shop#2305666
Discount Code: KELLI1
Midwest Red Light Therapy https://midwestredlighttherapy.com
Use Discount Code: NOURISHED10
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Always work with your personal healthcare provider for your specific health needs. Reminding you that podcasts are not medical advice nor consultations.

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