Mental health & nutrition myths debunked with Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D.

Are you worried that your diet is harming your mental health or have you been told that cutting out gluten will cure your depression or ADHD?   In this episode, Nikki welcomes Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in OCD, anxiety, and depression to talk about what the current research suggests about the role of nutrition in mental health.   They discuss:   How unscientific nutrition claims are spread and monetized on social media. What the current literature can tell us about the impact of dietary interventions on depression and anxiety. Myths surrounding sugar, gluten, gut health, and ADHD. Why elimination diets may be harmful to mental health if not approached thoughtfully.