In this episode of I'm in Control, I sit down with integrative psychotherapist Natalie West to talk about the powerful link between mental health and nutrition. We explore how food plays a crucial role in brain function, gut health, and emotional wellbeing. Natalie shares how she helps people break free from emotional eating patterns, improve their gut health, and take control of their mental and metabolic health.

We also dive into common misconceptions around diet, the impact of processed foods, and how simple shifts in nutrition can create lasting change.

00:00 - Introduction: Meet Natalie West and her journey into nutritional psychology

05:00 - The mind-gut connection: Why mental health starts in the gut

10:00 - Breaking emotional eating patterns and taking control of food choices

15:00 - The hidden impact of processed foods on mood and energy

20:00 - How small dietary changes can improve mental clarity and resilience

This episode is packed with insights on how what we eat affects how we think and feel. Join us as we uncover the truth about food, mental health, and reclaiming control over our wellbeing.