Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition

08/06/2026

Victory!

WK Kellogg said Thursday that it will remove artificial colors from all its cereals by the end of this year. The change comes a year ahead of schedule. Kel

07/31/2026

Could the habits you use for relief be a sign that your brain and body need more support?

In this episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, Christina Veselak sits down with Dr. Cindy, a Board Certified Chiropractic Internist, Nutritionist, author, and wellness leader.

Drawing from her personal journey through Hodgkin’s lymphoma and her clinical experience, Dr. Howard explores how nutrition, gut health, food sensitivities, nutrient deficiencies, and mindset can influence mood, cravings, brain function, and addiction recovery.

Together, they discuss:

• How addictive patterns can begin with a search for relief
• The connection between neurotransmitters, mood, and cravings
• Why gut health and digestion matter for brain health
• How food sensitivities may affect anxiety, depression, and brain fog
• The role of micronutrients, amino acids, and personalized testing
• How mindset and language can support resilience

This conversation is a reminder that recovery is not only psychological. Supporting the brain and body through nutrition can create a stronger foundation for healing.

🎧 Listen to the full episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition.

07/25/2026

Our Consultation Group meets today at 11 AM Eastern!

Bring your questions, challenging client cases, and ideas to a supportive space where you can receive guidance, learn from peers, and strengthen your skills through real examples.

We’d love to have you join us. See you soon!

Link in the comments to join.

07/10/2026

Feeding Recovery Webinar – Free Event!

Date: Today, July 10, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM EST

Join us today for a free webinar focused on the critical role of nutrition in recovery. Discover how feeding the recovering brain with protein throughout the day can reduce cravings, prevent relapse, and decrease overdose risk. This session is packed with practical, science-backed strategies that you can start implementing immediately.

This webinar is open to everyone, whether you’re in recovery yourself or a treatment provider seeking effective, evidence-based tools to support clients.

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdO6sqDgsHtImFZq1jaSlMJbpgRAKQwSE

07/06/2026

Cannabis use is becoming more common, but many people don't realize the important connection between THC, brain health, nutrition, and overall well-being.

Join us for our next Community Forum as we explore why this conversation matters and discuss the relationship between brain health, nutrition, and amino acid therapy in the context of THC and cannabis use.

Amino Acid Therapy Approaches to THC/Cannabis Addiction - July 11, 2026, 11:00 AM Eastern

This free educational session is open to everyone.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucO-hqjkiG9WB5rbS7GaSC38lNNpC2Wms

07/02/2026

Could better sleep be one of the missing pieces to better mental health?

In this episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, Christina Veselak sits down with Dr. Saeid Mushtagh of Northshore Naturopathic Clinic, a Vancouver-based naturopathic doctor, to explore the powerful connection between brain health, sleep, nutrition, stress, and emotional wellbeing.

Drawing from both his clinical experience and personal journey with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and multiple concussions, Dr. Mushtagh shares practical strategies for supporting the brain by addressing the root causes rather than simply managing symptoms.

Together, they discuss:

• Why sleep is the foundation of brain health and recovery
• The four pillars of health: sleep, movement, nutrition, and connection
• How cortisol, hormones, and neurotransmitters affect mood and cognition
• The role of heart rate variability in understanding stress and nervous system health
• Simple breathing techniques and daily habits that support better sleep
• How nutrition and targeted amino acids can help restore balance

This conversation is a powerful reminder that lasting recovery begins by supporting the brain and body as a whole, one small step at a time.

🎧 Listen now on Power Up Recovery with Nutrition.

06/30/2026

What an incredible experience at the Health & Wellness Day in Pennsylvania!

Last week, we had the privilege of connecting with so many wonderful people, including members of the Amish community, while sharing the message of nutritional recovery and brain health.

The event was a tremendous success! We sold over two boxes of EAT! books, along with several amino acid supplements and educational posters. It was inspiring to see so many people eager to learn how nutrition can transform recovery and mental wellness.

One of the highlights of our trip was visiting Natural Hope Herbals, where we toured their facility and learned more about how they produce their high-quality herbal products. They offer a wide variety of organic herbs and wellness products, many of which are manufactured in an FDA-registered facility with a strong commitment to quality. If you're interested in natural health, they're definitely worth checking out!

We also feel incredibly privileged and humbled that Natural Hope Herbals will be distributing EAT! throughout Amish communities across the United States and Canada. Knowing that our message of nutritional recovery has the opportunity to reach so many individuals and families and positively impact countless lives is truly an honor.

Did you know? The Amish are known for their simple lifestyle, strong sense of community, and exceptional craftsmanship. Many families still travel by horse and buggy, live without public electricity in their homes, and value natural living, making wellness and nutrition topics especially meaningful within their communities.

Here are some of our favorite moments from the conference, our visit to Natural Hope Herbals, where we stayed, and the amazing people we met along the way.

Thank you to everyone who made this event so memorable. We look forward to continuing to share the message of Feed the Brain First with communities across the country.

06/15/2026

Many clients struggle with cravings, anxiety, low mood, poor sleep, and relapse despite their best efforts.

What if the missing piece is brain chemistry and nutrition?

Our Level 1 Core Amino Acid Therapy Training teaches you how amino acids, neurotransmitters, nutrition, and targeted supplementation can support recovery and mental health outcomes.

Choose the path that fits you:

Regular Cohort
Starts June 18, 2026
Meets every 2 weeks

Accelerated Cohort
Starts July 1, 2026
Meets weekly for students with a background in nutrition, health, recovery, or a related field

• 40 CEU Hours
• Flexible Payment Plans Available
• Discount for Paid-in-Full Tuition

Same curriculum. Same certification. Your choice of pace.

To Learn More, Link in the comment.

06/12/2026

Join us tomorrow for our Community Forum Gathering as we take a first look at EAT AI, an intelligent assistant designed to support individuals in recovery through practical, nutrition-based coaching.

Hosted by Vernon Philpott, this live demonstration will explore how EAT AI can help users build awareness, structure, and momentum around the lifestyle changes that support recovery, brain health, and long-term wellness.

Whether you're a practitioner, student, recovery professional, or simply curious about the intersection of nutrition and AI, we invite you to join the conversation.

June 13, 2026
11:00 AM Eastern
Link in the comments to register.

06/11/2026

What if preventing addiction starts long before addiction begins?

One of the most important lessons I've learned over the years is that addiction prevention begins long before a person ever struggles with substances. It starts by building a strong foundation for physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

In Part 1 of our Addiction Prevention & Stress Resiliency Training for Families, I share practical strategies to help families support healthy brain function, resilience, and long-term wellbeing through nutrition, stable blood sugar, brain chemistry, and connection.

By helping children build the physical, emotional, and nutritional foundations that support resilience throughout life, we can better equip them to navigate stress, make healthy choices, and thrive.

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, educator, youth leader, or someone who cares about the next generation, I encourage you to watch and share this training.

If you found this training valuable, please consider supporting our mission with a donation. Your contribution helps us continue providing education and resources to families, schools, and communities.

This training can also be a valuable resource for schools, youth groups, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, churches, and community organizations looking to support the wellbeing of children and families.

Together, we can help build healthier, more resilient families and communities.

🔗 Learn more at www.EatingProteinSavesLives.org

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