Food Junkies Podcast Episode 88: Dr. David Wiss, Ph.D.
Dr. David Wiss, Ph.D., RDN is the founder of Nutrition in Recovery and Wise Mind Nutrition, a group practice in Los Angeles specializing in substance use disorders, eating disorders, body image, mental health, and general wellness. Mr. Wiss has contributed numerous articles to peer-reviewed journals and book chapters on his various topics of expertise, including nutrition for substance use disorder, food addiction, and eating disorders. He has spoken at dozens of academic conferences on these topics and his dissertation describes links between early life adversity and mental health in adulthood. Mr. Wiss is passionate about helping people achieve long-term recovery.
In this episode:
What Trauma-Informed Nutrition is
Different types of trauma
ACES & Food Selection
Whether or not weight gain is a protective measure
Interventions for Food Addiction or Disordered Eating that are helpful or harmful
Events, Effects, and Experiences
How trauma alters the brain
Responses to presenting Food Addiction research to Eating Disorder professionals
Whether or not trauma may be the bridge for the Food Addiction and Eating Disorder camps
Follow David:
INSTAGRAM: @davidawiss
EMAIL ADDRESS: DavidAWiss@NutritionInRecovery.com
WEBSITE: Wise Mind Nutrition
The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.