Nutri-Psych

Bringing Nutrition and Psychiatry together

26/08/2026

💊 Struggling to get your child to take supplements?

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. From familiar foods to different textures and formats, finding what works for your child can make all the difference. 💛

Swipe through for 5 ideas to try.

18/08/2026

💊 Struggling to get your child to take supplements?

Every child is different, so finding an approach that works for them can make all the difference.

In this clip, Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Dan Jackson and Nutritional therapist Peter Jackson share some practical ideas that may help, including:

🥣 Mixing supplements with yoghurt
🥤 Adding them to smoothies
🍌 Trying familiar foods, like banana
💛 Working with your child’s preferences

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach - sometimes it’s about finding what works for your child.

NutriPsych

12/08/2026

Anxiety doesn’t always look like anxiety. 💚

For people with ADHD or autism, anxiety can show up through sensory overload, overwhelm, difficulty with change, exhaustion or physical symptoms.

Understanding why anxiety presents differently can help us move from judgement towards more compassionate, individualised support.

Our latest blog explores anxiety in ADHD and autism — and what can help.

Read the full blog via the link in our bio.

04/08/2026

Anxiety doesn’t only affect our thoughts.

It can show up as a racing heart, digestive discomfort, muscle tension, restlessness, fatigue or difficulty sleeping.

Understanding anxiety as a whole-body response can help us move away from self-criticism and towards self-compassion.

At Nutri-Psych, we’re passionate about exploring the connection between nutrition, the brain and mental wellbeing through evidence-based information.

💚 Have you ever noticed anxiety showing up in your body before your mind?

We’d love to hear your experiences in the comments.

28/07/2026

Anxiety doesn’t just happen in the mind.

Have you ever noticed “butterflies” in your stomach before an important event? Or felt nauseous, lost your appetite, or experienced digestive symptoms when you’re stressed?

That’s because your gut and brain are constantly communicating through the gut–brain axis.

When your gut microbiome is out of balance, it can influence inflammation, stress signalling, neurotransmitter production and even the way your brain responds to perceived threats. Equally, supporting your gut health can help your nervous system become more resilient over time.

In our latest blog, we explore:
🧠 The gut–brain connection
🌱 How gut imbalance may amplify anxiety
🥗 Nutrition and lifestyle strategies that support emotional wellbeing
💚 Why looking after your gut may be an important part of calming an overactive stress response

Small, consistent changes can make a meaningful difference.

🔗 Read the full blog via the link in our bio.

21/07/2026

🧠 No size fits all when it comes to mental wellbeing.

Everyone’s mental health journey is different, which is why we believe support should be personalised.

At Nutri-Psych, our consultant psychiatrist and nutritional therapist work together to understand your unique circumstances, helping you explore evidence-informed approaches that complement your mental health care.

If you’re curious about our approach or wondering whether it’s right for you, we offer a free 15-minute consultation to answer your questions and discuss how we may be able to help.

📞 Book your free 15-minute consultation via the link in our bio.

14/07/2026

🧠 Could your limbic system be affecting your anxiety?

The limbic system plays an important role in how we process stress, emotions and perceived threats. When it’s constantly activated, it may contribute to persistent feelings of anxiety, making it difficult for the body to return to a calmer state.

Understanding the connection between the brain, nervous system and mental wellbeing is an important part of the conversation around holistic mental health.

In our latest blog, we explore:
• What the limbic system is
• How it relates to anxiety and chronic stress
• Why calming the nervous system may be an important part of recovery

📖 Read the full blog via the link in our bio.

💬 Had you heard of the limbic system before?

08/07/2026

🧠 Could your nervous system be affecting your recovery?

One of our biggest takeaways from a recent personalised medicine conference was the important role the limbic system can play in chronic stress, anxiety and recovery.

When the brain’s threat response remains switched on, it can make it harder for the body to move into a state that supports healing.

We’ll be sharing more on this topic soon.

What are your thoughts on the connection between stress and physical health?

30/06/2026

There isn’t one “right” answer.

For some people it’s a walk.
For others it’s music, cooking, reading, talking to a friend, or simply sitting quietly with a cup of tea.

We’d love to know—what genuinely helps you unwind?

Your answer might inspire someone else. 💚

24/06/2026

What if anxiety isn’t just happening in your mind?

Your brain is constantly responding to signals from your body - including blood sugar, gut health, nutrient status, and stress physiology.

This doesn’t mean food causes anxiety.

But it may influence how your nervous system responds to stress more than we realise.

Our latest blog explores the connection between nutrition and the stress response - and why mental wellbeing is more “whole body” than we often think.

🔗 Link in bio

Have you ever noticed how food affects how you feel?

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