MoodMatters Dietetics

Advancing Mental Health Through the Lens of Nutritional Science

I am a registered dietitian who specializes in nutrition as an adjunct therapy for mental health and illness. Just like you, I did not learn about nutritional psychiatry in school. The only psychiatric education we had was a general overview of eating disorders, and my preceptors flat-out told me not to worry about psychiatric medications when reviewing patients. What makes that even worse is that this location had a psychiatric unit on site! Yet, driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and fueled by the hyperfocus bestowed upon me by ADHD, I delved deep in to the scientific research that my patients needed. Immersed in the diverse landscapes of numerous mental health facilities, I gained invaluable firsthand experience that illuminated the profound impact nutrition can have on mental well-being. So now I'd like to pass all this knowledge and experience on to you, fellow healthcare practitioners!

🧠Join the First Journal Club Meeting! 📖

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader, I’m excited to invite you to the very first Mood Matters Journal Club! This session will be a "test run" to trial how I can make them as valuable as possible. The idea is that we’ll examine a key study in nutritional psychiatry each month, dissecting the research and discussing its real-world applications. For the first month, I...

20 days ago • 1 min read

Post-Holiday Client Support

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! The post-holiday period can be challenging for many clients, with lingering stress, disrupted routines, and emotional fatigue. As practitioners, our role extends beyond nutrition advice—we can also offer practical, compassionate counseling to guide clients toward recovery and resilience. The Dietitian’s Role in Post-Holiday...

3 months ago • 2 min read

A Little Gratitude, A Lot of Mindfulness ✨

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! As we approach the holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to express my deep gratitude for each of you. Whether you're a dietitian, therapist, or healthcare professional, you’re making a real impact on your client's lives, and I appreciate all the hard work you do. It's easy to get caught up in the busy pace of our work, but...

4 months ago • 1 min read

A forest filled with lots of colorful trees

🍽️Empower Your Clients for a Healthier, Happier Thanksgiving 🦃

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! I debated whether to send this email. I drafted it Tuesday afternoon to send today. In many ways, it doesn't feel appropriate to carry on with a relatively trivial email. In the end, I need some normalcy, and I'm assuming there are others that need that too. So, the original email is down below. But I wanted to share with you a...

5 months ago • 3 min read

Writing You from the Airport ✈️ See You at FNCE?🍅

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! I’m sitting here at DFW airport, about to head out to FNCE, and I thought, what better time to check in with all of you? 😄 Airports are boring, y'all. I’m so excited about what’s in store this year for those of you who are attending! And for those of you who aren’t, I’ll be sure to share all the best takeaways in the coming...

6 months ago • 1 min read

🧠 How to Introduce Mindful Eating to Your Clients for Better Mental Health

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! In today’s fast-paced world, many clients struggle with mindless eating—stress eating, eating while distracted, eating out of boredom, or simply rushing through meals. As dietitians and healthcare professionals, one of the most impactful skills we can teach our clients is practicing mindful eating. Mindful eating is more than...

7 months ago • 3 min read

Can Dietitians Influence Neuroplasticity?

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! Coming in with a short email this week! I wanted to chat real quickly about neuroplasticity, a topic that seems to be receiving increasing attention lately. Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to adapt to situations. In essence, increasing neuroplasticity gives the individual a better ability to have flexible thought...

8 months ago • 1 min read

🦠🧫How do you choose a probiotic supplement?💊💊

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! Probiotics are a fascinating but often misunderstood topic. We really need to get away from the idea of "good" and "bad" bacteria and focus on increasing the diversity of the gut microbiome. Now, nobody's saying that all types of microorganisms are good. Pathogenic bacteria are obviously a "bad" bacteria. But I often see...

9 months ago • 4 min read

➡️Resources Round-Up - LGBTQ+ Friendly Nutrition Care🌈

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! Mental Health Awareness is over now, and we jumped right into Pride Month! Did you know that 40% of people who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual report struggling with mental illness? Research suggests that LGBTQ+ individuals face health disparities linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and denial of their civil and...

10 months ago • 3 min read

🧠🩹Mental Health Awareness Month Continues!

Nutrition For Mental Health MoodMattersDietetics.com MoodMatters Dietetics Bringing you the latest information and the happenings in Nutritional Psychiatry Hi Reader! May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Last time, I spoke about the toolkit from SAMHSA. Today, I want to introduce you to Mental Health First Aid. This course is invaluable, both to increase your understanding of serious mental illness (SMI) and how you can help someone who is experiencing a mental health crisis. The course...

11 months ago • 1 min read