Annika Angelo, M.S.

The Nutritional Mental Health Podcast

Health EN ↓ 38 episodes

Welcome to the nutritional mental health podcast, the podcast where we discuss the emerging scientific field of nutritional psychology. I'm your host, Annika Angelo, an ADHD nutrition research expert and science communicator. All links will be on the most recent episode. ✨ Become a Nutrimind Community Member today for group coaching, a huge resource library, and early content access.📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way💬 Hop on the Nutrimind discord to get an ADHD community, first updates, etc!

Author

Annika Angelo, M.S.

Category

Health

Podcast website

nutrimindcoaching.com

Latest episode

Feb 19, 2026

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Episodes

Handling Chronic Illness Therapeutically + The Intersection of ADHD 19.02.2026

Today's episode is with Destiny Davis from the Chronic Illness Therapist online. We explore what it's like living with both chronic illness and ADHD, what therapies seem to help, and perspective shifts to make life more manageable. If you are a CRC, Physical Therapist, Profesional Counselor, or Social Worker, attend her conference to get 13 pre-approved CEs. Includes:- Student/Professional...

Your Struggles with Food Will Finally Make Sense Now 20.01.2026

In this episode, I share my personal journey with food and ADHD, exploring why eating can feel so unsafe and difficult. We talk about the biggest realization I've had last year along with some practical steps to start feeling more connected with yourself. Thank you for listening! REFERENCED IN VIDEO: 📚The ADHD Interoception + Nervous system guides: https://stan.store/nutrimindlab ✨ Join the...

Psilocybin Changed My ADHD Forever | The Journey that Rewired My Brain 22.08.2025

Check me for all the links mentioned! Psilocybin, the active compound in “magic mushrooms,” has garnered attention in recent years for its potential therapeutic effects on a variety of mental health conditions. For individuals with ADHD, the question arises: How does psilocybin interact with the brain, and could it provide relief from symptoms of ADHD? For one person, it's completely changed how t...

I Tried the World's Most Researched Mental Health Supplement - Here's How It Went + the Science Behind It 12.06.2025

Today I've interviewed Taron Fletcher from Hardy Nutritionals, the world's most researched mental health supplement. I tried it myself, and this is the research behind it! This episode was not sponsored by Hardy Nutritionals. I just found it completely fascinating! 💬 Let’s connect! MY STORE: https://stan.store/nutrimindlab 📸 Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: @nutrimindcoach 🎙️ Discord (FREE community)...

Finally Get Your ADHD Kid to Eat: Expert Advice from a Dietitian Mom 22.05.2025

Alex Turnbull, registered dietitian, is an expert in helping parents finally help their picky eaters eat. She's a mom with ADHD of kids with ADHD - so she completely gets it. Learn more about her through her website at https://myfamilynutritionist.com/ or Instagram as @thefamilynutritionist. 💬 Let’s connect! 📸 Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: @nutrimindcoach 🎙️ Discord (FREE community): https://d...

How Alcohol Affects ADHD Brains Differently & How To Reduce Alcohol If You Have ADHD 16.05.2025

Free ebook - ADHD Eating Hacks (signing up for the newsletter is not required) My virtual store: https://stan.store/thenutrimindcoach ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠⁠patreon.com/nutrimindcoach⁠⁠ 📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: https://nutrimindcoa...

How to Improve PCOS and ADHD using Nutrition | With Letisha Bates, @endocrinecollective 25.04.2025

Today's interview was with dietetic intern Letisha Bates - she is an expert in PCOS nutrition for neurodivergent (specifically autistic and ADHD) folks! This episode was packed with so many helpful nuggets on how to help both your PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and ADHD at the same time. To learn more about Letisha, check her out on Instagram @endocrinecollective. ✨ Want more practical AD...

How Caffeine Impacts ADHD | Neuronutrition Nuggets with Annika Angelo 22.04.2025

As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this video, I’m breaking down the research on how caffeine impacts ADHD. I also go over how caffeine impacts anxiety and depression! ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! 🔹 Timestamps: [00:00] Brief overview of c...

ADHD and Sugar: What Every Parent (and Adult) Should Know | Neuronutrition Nuggets with Annika Angelo 15.04.2025

✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠patreon.com/nutrimindcoach ⁠ As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this episode, I’m breaking down why sugar-sweetened beverages are actually making your ADHD worse. 🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Intro[00:53] What are Su...

The Incredible Benefits of Sugar for Depression | Neuronutrition Nuggets 08.04.2025

As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this video, I’m breaking down a controversial subject: does sugar make depression worse?✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! patreon.com/nutrimindcoach 🔹 Timestamps:0:00 Intro01:21 Why Sugar is Important For Hea...

The BEST Diet for ADHD According to the Research | Neuronutrition Nuggets 26.03.2025

To watch on YouTube and get access to the research I talk about, check out this link! ⁠https://youtu.be/tp76wWlTyLU ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠⁠⁠Link to learn more⁠⁠⁠ 📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe today!⁠⁠⁠ As an ADHD nutrition...

Is Aspartame Bad for ADHD and Mental Health? | Neuronutrition Nuggets 18.03.2025

To watch on YouTube and get access to the research I talk about, check out this link! https://youtu.be/z9reflcEjME ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠⁠Link to learn more⁠⁠ 📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: ⁠⁠Subscribe today!⁠⁠ As an ADHD nutrition resea...

How To Recognize Hunger and Fullness Cues If You're ADHD or Autistic | Interview with @The_Intuition_Dietitian 14.03.2025

Today's interview was with registered dietitian Stephanie Kolsrud - she is an expert in intuitive eating for neurodivergent folks! This episode was packed with so many helpful nuggets. To learn more about Steph and how to work with her, visit her website at https://www.intuitiondietitian.com/about ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Memb...

What to Eat to Improve Neuroplasticity and BDNF levels | Neuronutrition Nuggets 11.03.2025

To watch on YouTube, check out this link! https://youtu.be/5Vj4G_1EDQM ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠Link to learn more⁠ 📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: ⁠Subscribe today!⁠ 💬 Let’s connect! 📸 Instagram: @nutrimindcoach 🎙️ Podcast: Nutritional Me...

How to Form Exercise Habits with ADHD 07.03.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!**⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) ⁠ WATCH ON YOUTUBE (with captions)⁠ Today's interview was with Peter from  @VitalU_coaching  ! He is a personal trainer with a background in psychology and sports nutrition who focuses on creating sustainable exercise habits for those with ADHD. This episode was packed with so many helpful nuggets. To learn more about Pe...

ADHD Nutrition Guidelines that ACTUALLY Work According to the Research 28.02.2025

As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this video, I’m breaking down the dietary guidelines I personally follow to support my brain and manage ADHD symptoms. I talk not just about what helps, but WHY as well! ✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! Link...

How Make America Healthy Again is Making Us SICKER 20.02.2025

This is the audio of my YouTube episode. The information begins at the 2 minute mark. To access the visuals, evidence, and captions, here is the link to the YouTube video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytCvozTcKRo&t=139s This entire document is saying one thing while doing the other. It says it wants to help farmers while pushing legislation that is continually HARMING farmers. It says it wa...

Nutrition for ADHD Athletes: What to Eat and How to Eat it 13.02.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!**⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) WATCH ON YOUTUBE (with captions) Today's interview is with Derek Lipton, a registered dietitian board certified in sports nutrition. We chat about the research for general sports nutrition, how it looks different for ADHD, and what we can do to help maximize our athleticism. To learn more about Derek, visit his Instagram...

Do Heavy Metals Cause ADHD? Research Analysis with an ADHD Nutrition Expert 07.02.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!**⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Do heavy metals and heavy metal exposure truly impact ADHD in the way that it's been touted online? Hi, I'm Annika - I'm one of the leading experts in ADHD nutrition research, here to bring you the facts. We go over a few topics here, including: 1. What is the current research on ADHD and heavy metals? 2. Why do w...

How to Improve your Fibromyalgia, Scientifically: Addressing Exercise, Stress, Sleep, and Nutrition with a Fibromyalgia Research Expert 31.01.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!**⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Today's interview is with Rachel Smith, a coach with her master's in the exercise sciences and a person with fibromyalgia herself. We talk all about the difference scientific evidence for improving and managing fibromyalgia. Scroll down to find specific topics and jump to that time in the episode. To learn more about R...

Do Omega-3's ACTUALLY Help ADHD? | Research Deep-Dive with an ADHD Nutrition Expert 24.01.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!**⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Do omega-3s actually help ADHD in the way that it's been touted online and in physician offices? Hi, I'm Annika - I'm one of the leading experts in ADHD nutrition research, here to bring you the facts. We go over a few topics here, including: 1. What are omega-3s? 2. What about the omega-3:omega-6 ratio? 3. Why are...

The Intersection of Mental Health and IBS: Current Research and Realistic Steps to Manage IBS | Expert Interview 17.01.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!**⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Today's interview is with Samina Qureshi  - also known as the @inclusive.ibs.dietitan! We explore the research on mental health and IBS and talk about both nutritional and behavioral approaches for improving your symptoms, especially if you're susceptible to mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or ADHD. https://ww...

The Truth about Magnesium Spray: What is the Scientific Evidence? 10.01.2025

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!** ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Ever wonder if there's any truth to those advertisements about magnesium spray? Well, look no further: I've looked into the research FOR you! Today I break down the research on magnesium spray and tell you the truth about if it works, how to absorb it, and who might benefit from it. Scroll down to find specific topics and jum...

Is Your Gut Giving You Anxiety? Real Talk with a Dietitian and Neuronutrition Expert 20.12.2024

**Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!** ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Today's interview is with  @dietitian.gabrielle  - one of many people's favorite gut health dietitian content creators! We get into some of both of our favorite topics, such as how to help your gut, what role mental health plays, and some of our current knowledge on the gut microbiome research. I hope you enjoy it as much as we...

ADHD + PMDD: How the Female Hormonal Cycle Impacts ADHD & Nutritional Interventions 13.12.2024

⁠ **Become a Nutrimind Member and Support My Work!** ⁠⁠ ($7-$13/month) Today's interview is with my friend and educator June Klingberg. June experiences both ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) as well as PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). We talk about what it's like to have both of these and some nutritional background for how to improve symptoms. To learn more about June, visit...

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