Presenter: Jess Zadra, MS, CNS
Original Date: May 18 2024

This presentation will cover the foundational nutrients required for optimal mental health that ultimately have a huge impact on mood. Unfortunately, many clients fall short of consuming the adequate nutrients necessary for optimal neurotransmitter production through dietary intake alone which may make them more susceptible to mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. This presentation will cover the specific nutrients that support specific neurotransmitter productions such as catecholamines, (dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine) serotonin, etc. - how they support this production, and ultimately, what foods are the highest and most bioavailable for each of the nutrients. We’ll additionally discuss how macronutrient intake (protein, carbohydrates, fat) impact mood disorders. The presentation will provide dietary takeaways for anxiety, depression, as well as conditions like PMS & PMDD that those struggling with these concerns can focus on.

NUNM is accredited by the North American Naturopathic Continuing Education Council (NANCEAC). This activity qualifies for 1.5 General CEUs.