Eat for Brain Health: Nutritionist Ryan Turner Reveals
Food, Emotions & Mental Well-being
Food is more than just fuel—it’s tied to emotions, memories, and overall well-being. Ryan Turner highlights how strict food rules can harm mental health, especially for those with limited access to nutritious meals.
Empowerment Through Nutrition
Ryan’s mission is to help people take control of their health before chronic illness strikes. He provides tools and confidence to break negative health cycles.
Personalized & Practical Nutrition
Understanding each person’s unique relationship with food is key. Ryan customizes nutrition plans based on individual backgrounds, habits, and needs. Instead of rigid meal plans, he focuses on small, measurable goals to build lasting change.
Nutrition & ADHD
Seeing a gap in support for adults with ADHD, Ryan developed Habit 24, a habit-based nutrition program designed for how the ADHD brain works.
Fatherhood & Health
Becoming a father shifted Ryan’s focus to empowering dads. He helps them regain confidence, prioritize health, and positively influence future generations.
In this Alter’d Life Podcast episode, Ryan Turner, a registered dietician and sports nutrition specialist, explores the deep connections between food, emotions, and mental health, emphasizing how diet impacts confidence and overall well-being. Turner shares his journey from healthcare research to empowering individuals through personalized nutrition strategies. He highlights the importance of addressing emotional and generational influences on eating habits for sustained health improvements.
In This Episode:
00:00 The Power of Food and Connection
02:12 Meet Ryan Turner: The Nutrition Expert
06:07 From Healthcare to Nutrition
10:25 Curiosity, Problem Solving, and Making Life Better
20:56 Food and Emotional Well-Being
27:06 Intervening in Health Challenges and Understanding Protein Needs
32:00 The Importance of Connection and Commitment to Change
36:00 Navigating the Complexities of Nutrition
39:00 The Interplay of Food and Mental Health
44:00 Embracing Trauma and Personal Growth
49:00 The Power of Choice in Nutrition
55:00 Nutrition for ADHD and Good vs. Bad Foods
01:03:00 Fatherhood and Empowerment
Key Takeaways:
Recognize the emotional connection to food and its impact on mental health {{00:05}}
Understand the importance of empowerment and confidence in nutrition, moving beyond restrictive dieting {{18:07}}
Address the role of generational patterns and trauma in shaping eating habits {{19:45}}
Prioritize personalized nutrition plans that consider individual needs and circumstances {{30:11}}
Focus on closing nutritional gaps by starting with basic bodily needs and gradually implementing changes {{30:24}}
Resources Mentioned:
Food is Fuel NYC: Food is Fuel NYC | Nutrition coaching
Daily Dad Life Podcast: Fuel You! Podcast - Apple Podcasts
Connect With [Guest/Host]:
Ryan Turner: Instagram
Altered Life Podcast: www.AlteredLifePodcast.com
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