Behind The Smile with Ash Butterss

Ep 92. Uncovering the Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health, with Dr. David Wiss


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In this week’s episode, I sat down with Dr. David Wiss, a registered dietitian nutritionist who specialises in treating eating disorders and substance abuse.

David shares his journey from hustling in the streets of West LA in the 90’s, his experience during the opioid epidemic, drug abuse and incarceration to becoming a thought leader in the intersection of nutrition and mental health. He provides insight into his work, exploring topics such as the impact of adverse childhood experiences on eating habits, the controversial concept of food addiction, and the relationship between diet culture, body positivity, and overall health. 

David also shares his inspiration to launch Wise Mind Nutrition, an app that provides evidence-based nutrition education that tracks lifestyle patterns and co-creates a customised plan to help improve overall health.

In this conversation we talk about:

  • Counterculture - 6:22
  • The Real David - 9:41
  • Childhood Influences - 11:20
  • The Hustle Begins - 14:05
  • Navigating the Opioid Epidemic - 15:40
  • From Supermax to Second Chances - 18:35
  • Nutrition In Recovery - 26:21
  • Food Addiction - 33:29
  • Cross Addiction - 41:19
  • Practical Advice for Nurturing Recovery Through Nutrition - 44:30
  • Personal Reflections - 50:36

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    You can find Dr. David Wiss using the links below:

    Wise Mind Nutrition

    Tiktok: @wise_mind_nutrition

    Website: https://wisemindnutrition.com/

    Instagram: @wisemindnutrition


    Dr. David Wiss

    Instagram: @drdavidwiss

    Website: https://www.nutritioninrecovery.com/

    Tiktok: @drdavidwiss

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