Podcast appearances and mentions of Bonnie J Kaplan

In this fantastically informative episode with Dr. Bonnie J. Kaplan, we explore the direct connection between mental health and nutrient intake. The evidence detailed in this episode and in Bonnie's book, The Better Brain is clear and consistent across populations. It is my hope that by releasing this episode folks will be inspired to change their diets and see for themselves the mental health benefits that transpire. I believe that a proper diet can keep us off medications or help us decrease them, but if you are on psychiatric medications make sure to work with a professional if you plan to take micronutrients. You may need medication adjustments. In this episode, we uncover: * what happens to our mental health when we eat processed foods * the definition of what Bonnie calls a "hungry brain" * how the brain gets vitamins and nutrients and what it does with them * the ways focus changes the brain's needs * what it means to eat your cofactor * why focusing on one single nutrient or vitamin will not fix your brain health * why eating whole foods isn't always enough for brain health and what to do about it * how minimally processed foods could be better than nonprocessed * what to look for in a broad spectrum multi-nutrient * cases of psychosis and trauma being modulated by micronutrients * what Bonnie hops all mental health clinics will tell their clients when they're first referred * and so much more... Bonnie's formal training and degrees (masters, PhD, postdoc) were from the University of Chicago, Brandeis University, the West Haven, Connecticut, VA Hospital Neuropsychology Laboratory, and Yale University Department of Neurology. When Bonnie is asked how she became interested in Nutrition and Mental Health, she explains that her training in psychology and neuroscience led her to focus on the biological basis of human behaviour. For many years she studied the role of nutrition in mental illness and brain development. Three awards that she feels very honoured by: are her election in 2017 as one of 150 Canadian Difference Makers in Mental Health, the Dr. Rogers Prize for excellence in complementary and alternative medicine because of her research on nutrition and mental disorders, and in 2021 chosen as one of the top7over70 in Calgary. As Bonnie approached retirement, she decided to focus on two tasks. One was knowledge translation -educating the general public about the role of diet in creating vulnerability to mental health problems. From that goal, her book The Better Brain emerged, written for the general public with Professor Julia Rucklidge, and published in 2021 by Harper Collins. Her second goal was to raise funds to support her junior colleagues who were leaving the field because of their inability to convince government funding agencies that scientific research on nutrition and mental health was worthwhile. She established two charitable funds, one in Canada (managed by the Calgary Foundation) and one in the U.S. (managed by the FJC Foundation in New York City). So far, the two funds have attracted over $1 million CAD. All of it has been distributed, mostly to support clinical trials and biomarker research in relation to nutritional treatment of mental health. Scientists in Canada, the U.S., and New Zealand have been recipients of those funds, and now additional money is being sought for further assays of epigenetic, microbiome, and metabolomic indicators of the benefit of micronutrient treatment. Follow Bonnie on Instagram. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your support is deeply appreciated! Find me, Lara, on my Website / Instagram You can support this podcast with any level of donation here. Order The Essential Guide to Trauma Sensitive Yoga: How to Create Safer Spaces for All Opening and Closing music: Other People's Photographs courtesy of Daniel Zaitchik. Follow Daniel on Spotify.

Bonnie J. Kaplan, Professor Emerita at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Canada, and author of The Better Brain: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition, expresses bewilderment at the reluctance of people to explore a subject so fundamental to our biology. What she's referring to is the intricate relationship between nutrition and brain function, which significantly impacts mental health and overall well-being. Despite common misconceptions, Dr. Kaplan asserts that nutrition is crucial to brain health, mental stability, and life quality. Throughout her career, she has faced numerous challenges in advocating for the use of nutrients in treating mental health issues, emphasizing the biological underpinnings of behavior, and highlighting the impact of nutrition on brain development and function. Intrigued? Dive deeper into: The prevalence of irritability and mood dysregulation across various mental health conditions The notion that mental illness often stems from inadequate nutrient support for the brain Dr. Kaplan's recommendations for a brain-boosting diet The scientifically backed advantages of incorporating a comprehensive micronutrient formula alongside a nutritious diet The role of media coverage in shaping public perception and the challenges it poses Interested in learning more? Tune in for the entire conversation, check out the book The Better Brain: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition, and visit Bonnie J Kaplan, Ph.D. Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

On todays podcast we are featuring Bonnie J Kaplan, PhD, is Professor Emeritus in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to mental health.  Her efforts to educate about the role of nutrition in brain health resulted in her selection in 2017 as one of 150 Canadian Difference Makers in Mental Health, in honour of Canada's 150th birthday. In 2019 she was honoured with the Dr. Rogers Prize for Excellence in Integrative, complementary medicine. In 2021 she was chosen as one of the top “7 Over 70” in Calgary, partly for her book The Better Brain, written with Professor Julia Rucklidge and published by Harper Collins, as well as her two charitable funds supporting research by junior colleagues who study nutrition and mental health (over $1 million CAD distributed). Her primary goal is to bring nutrition education and treatment to the forefront of mental health care.  The best news is Dr. Kaplan is coming to my hometown Parry Sound on November 2nd to present at the Stockey Centre on the topic of “The Importance of Nutrition for Brain Health and Resilience.” This event was going to be hosted at the Parry Sound Hospital but apparently a doctor there was opposed to it who essentially stated her work was not based in science. I found this so hard to believe since Bonnie has spent so much of her life in the field of research, and has 142 peer reviewed publications to prove it. So as a community of passionate people about a food as medicine approach as an incredible tool to enhance mental health we found a way to host her here ANYWAYS and for FREE to the general public. So all are welcome to attend this event which will be held from 1pm – 3pm, November 2nd at the Stockey Center in Parry Sound. All donations are going to two local programs to provide fresh food for their participants at The Drop supporting local youth and Hope Pregnancy Center supporting local pregnant moms. Thanks to Home Depot and Sweet Sobriety for sponsoring this event.  Website: https://bonniejkaplan.com Book: TheBetterBrainbook.com 5 min video on what micronutrients do in the brain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWIBf5ALLj4&t=4s Recent essay in Psychiatric Times: https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/nutritional-treatments-the-next-frontier-in-psychiatry A Conversation.com piece I wrote: https://theconversation.com/junk-food-and-the-brain-how-modern-diets-lacking-in-micronutrients-may-contribute-to-angry-rhetoric-170863 And finally, the two charitable funds she manages: In Canada, it is held by the Calgary Foundation. https://calgaryfoundation.org/. Click on DONATE, then enter the word nutrition into the search field and you will find the Nutrition and Mental Health Fund. In the USA, it is held by FJC.org — Click on DONATE, and enter Nutrition and Mental Health Fund into the appropriate field. 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.

Caleb and Riley are joined by Bonnie J. Kaplan, Ph.D, Professor Emerita in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Calgary. Bonnie co-authored The Better Brain. The book is a complete guide to a healthier, happier brain. What if the key to treating mental illness can't be found at the pharmacy, but lies in the very foods and nutrients we eat? In this episode Bonnie shares the results of some fascinating studies and what it means for our brains. Learn more about: The important but under appreciated connections between nutrition and brain health The effectiveness of a “nutrition first approach” and how it can be applied to prevent and treat illnesses Practical advice on how to maximize your retirement years by adopting healthy eating habits and lifestyle choices that support brain health. Resources: BonnieJKaplan.com TheBetterBrainbook.com Video: How Nutrients Control Brain Synthesis and Metabolism of Neurotransmitters Hosted by Caleb Miller and Riley Anderson of InvestorDNA Meet Caleb and Riley Book a Call Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe on Google Podcasts

Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan, PhD, is Professor Emeritus in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. She has published widely on the important role nutrition plays in preventing and treating mental health challenges. Her bestselling book "The Better Brain", was written with Professor Julia Rucklidge and shares the science that shows good nutrition and micronutrient supplementation can significantly improve mental health outcomes.Hardy Nutritionalshttps://www.hardynutritionals.com/referral code: kicksugarFlorence's courses & coaching programs can be found at:www.FlorenceChristophers.comConnect with Florence on:FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE

Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan is Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and the author of The Better Brain, written with Professor Julia Rucklidge. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to mental health. Her efforts to include nutrition knowledge in the care of people with mental health challenges has earned her a variety of awards, Her primary goal is to influence the way mental health treatment is delivered.

Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan is Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and the author of The Better Brain, written with Professor Julia Rucklidge. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to mental health. Her efforts to include nutrition knowledge in the care of people with mental health challenges has earned her a variety of awards, Her primary goal is to influence the way mental health treatment is delivered.

This week on Brain Health Matters, Kate Kunkel interviews Dr. Bonnie J. Kaplan. She is a Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, in Alberta, Canada.Dr. Kaplan's interest in the biological basis of behavior led to postdoctoral training and then faculty research in neurophysiology. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health, especially the contribution of nutrition to brain development and brain function, including in her book, “The Better Brain”.This powerful passage from the book is the perfect introduction to this discussion“We are in the midst of a mental health crisis. An estimated one in five American adults suffer from some form of mental illness. Despite the billions of dollars spent in pharmaceutical research and the rising popularity of antidepressant drugs, we are more depressed and anxious than ever before.What if we're looking for solutions in the wrong places? What if instead of treating mental illness with prescriptions and medication, we changed what we eat and how we feed our brains?”Be sure to tune in to this powerful discussion - Some highlights of include:02:09 Psychiatric medication's place in nurturing better mental health08:04 ADHD – Turning it around with nutrition10:30 How proof of mental health improvement is ignored or maligned in major media12:25 Startling success with B vitamins14:4 Why the “Magic Bullet” approach to vitamins cannot work to improve brain health16:24 How mood regulation can be achieved with dietary changes and micro-nutrients21:11 Organic or no? Is there a difference to the brain?31:32 Withdrawal from any substances can be alleviated with broad spectrum micro-nutrients34:00 It all begins in the soil  Books that Bonnie referred to:“Hooked” by Michael Moss “Metabolical” by Robert Lustig A video by Dr. Kaplan explaining how nutrients control brain synthesis and metabolism of neurotransmitters  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWIBf5ALLj4&t=39sThe Canadian micro-nutrient companies that Dr. Kaplan referred to are:Truehope.comHardynutritionals.comLearn many more ways that improve and protect your brain in Kate's book, Don't Let the Memories Fade, available in paperback and as an eBook on Amazon everywhere.To begin your journey toward a healthier brain, claim your free copy of Kate's Five KeySteps You Can Take Right Now to Improve Your Brain 

A large number of studies show that a healthy diet is as important to physical health as it is to mental health. Knowing that, can a healthy diet help combat depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions? In this episode Susan is joined by Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan, co-author of “The Better Brain” and semi-retired research psychologist and Professor at the University of Calgary, to discuss the role of nutrition in mental health. You will hear about the role of nutrients in brain metabolism, how consuming a healthy diet can help combat mental health conditions, what ultra-processed foods do to our brains and bodies, and how to shift away from them and eat more whole foods..  Learn more about Dr. Kaplan: bonniejkaplan.com Listen to other podcast episodes:ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts

Sophia Dawson is a Psychologist working with young people aged 12-25, supporting them with their mental and emotional health so they can live rich and meaningful lives. Whether you're a young person, a parent, or know someone who might benefit from this episode - there's plenty of helpful tips that Sophia shares which you can start implementing in your life today.    In This Episode You'll Learn About: Why Sophia decided to pursue psychology, and how she knew so early on it was her path Tips on preventing clinician burnout, when you are providing support to others The common issues Sophia sees affecting young people today What signs you can start to look out for in others, that their mental health might be suffering The role devices & social media play in mental health Why males may find it harder to reach out for support, and how we can support them What toxic positivity is and why we need to look out for it What you can start doing at home to increase your happiness & overall mental health How to empower young people with navigating their future   Work with Anna: Check out Anna's programs & 1:1 coaching here. SELFish - join waitlist Healing Self-Sabotage e-course - learn more Resources: Sophias website Sophias Instagram [BOOK] The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk [BOOK] Untamed, by Glennon Doyle [BOOK] The Better Brain, by Bonnie J. Kaplan and Julia Rucklidge Pause Breathwork facilitator training Subscribe to The Full Circle Podcast iTunes, Spotify, Podtail   Follow Anna on Social Media IG: @annasquelch FB: Anna Squelch Coaching   If you enjoyed this podcast… Please let us know what you want to hear about! Tell us in the comments or send us an email at hello@annasquelch.com

For National Nutrition Month this March we have an exciting guest, Bonnie J. Kaplan, author of “THE BETTER BRAIN – Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition.” Bonnie talks about how our daily diets are critical to helping manage the mental and emotional health issues caregivers and their loved ones experience. For our Caregiver Wellness segment we celebrate March “National Reading Month” where we talk about how reading books can improve your health and how to achieve hygge especially on March 4 “National Unplug Day” by curling up with a favorite book. And since books are the topic of this episode our Well Home Design segment focuses on how to create a cozy reading nook at home. We finish the episode as always with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack. We actually have four hacks in one: how to eat the rainbow, how to adopt a Mediterranean style diet with Sherri's Sunshine Diet tips and how to eat like the French also known as social eating style.

Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan is Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and the author of The Better Brain, written with Professor Julia Rucklidge. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to mental health. Her efforts to include nutrition knowledge in the care of people with mental health challenges has earned her a variety of awards, Her primary goal is to influence the way mental health treatment is delivered.

Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan is Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and the author of The Better Brain, written with Professor Julia Rucklidge. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to mental health. Her efforts to include nutrition knowledge in the care of people with mental health challenges has earned her a variety of awards, Her primary goal is to influence the way mental health treatment is delivered.

Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan is Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and the author of The Better Brain, written with Professor Julia Rucklidge. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to mental health. Her efforts to include nutrition knowledge in the care of people with mental health challenges has earned her a variety of awards, Her primary goal is to influence the way mental health treatment is delivered.

Ep 368 - Your Brain on Fruits and Veggies Guest: Dr Bonnie Kaplan   Imagine, if you will, a wonder treatment that can help you overcome anxiety, combat depression, reduce ADHD and stress. “What a blessing that would be!” says Dr. Bonnie J. Kaplan, a research psychologist and co-author of “The Better Brain.” Kaplan goes on to say, “There is a paradigm-shifting approach to treating mental disorders with food and nutrients.”   For Kaplan, that approach is a broad spectrum one – an approach that was contrary to the magic bullet approach to medicine. She says, “When we learned about nutrition, it was one nutrient, one disorder… That's not the way the brain works. Your brain needs all 30 micronutrients: a mix of vitamins and minerals.”   At the turn of the century, her research was met with skepticism and outright rejection. In fact, she was shut down. “Health Canada shut down my research,” says Kaplan. “The Director General of Health Canada told me to stop my clinical trial and return all the patients to their psychiatrist and get them back on medication.”   Naturally, no one would fund her research because, as she was told, “vitamins and minerals are of trivial importance to your mental health.” Then in 2009, she led a team of 12 scientists to determine the relationships between maternal nutrients before, during, and after gestation on maternal mood, birth outcome, and infant neurodevelopment. In 2013, Dr. Kaplan became a founding member of the International Society of Nutritional Psychiatry Research, an organization that emphasizes the importance of nutrition “above the neck.”   In 2019, Dr. Kaplan was awarded $250,000 by the Dr. Rogers Prize for Excellence in Complementary and Alternative Medicine – money that she has added to the more than $750,000 she has committed to fund ongoing research through two donor-advised charitable funds, one in Canada and one in the United States.    We invited Dr Bonnie Kaplan, the co-author of “The Better Brain,” to join us for a Conversation That Matters about the broad spectrum approach to a healthy and better brain.   Please become a Patreon subscriber and support the production of this program, with a $1 pledge https://goo.gl/ypXyDs 

Dr. Bonnie J. Kaplan is a research psychologist, and Professor in the University of Calgary's Cumming School of Medicine. For many years she studied the role of nutrition in mental illness and brain development. Now, in retirement, her passion is to teach people how our diet influences our brain and mental health. She has written a book with Julia J. Rucklidge called ‘Better Brain: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition'. This is a paradigm-shifting approach in using food and nutrients for treating mental disorders like anxiety, depression, and ADHD and they share their original, ground-breaking research with readers everywhere for the first time. On today's podcast Nicolette and Dr. Kaplan discus the link between the brain and nutrition and how micronutrients are the foundation for brain metabolism. We need to teach adults and kids that real food can make cells grow, develop and function which can resolve the symptoms in mental disorders. Brain and gut health are related and the best thing you can do for your brain is look after your gut microbiome. They also bring up the topic of money and people thinking they can't afford to eat well. Bonnie talks about the studies done by supplementing your diet with complex micronutrient pills and how effective it can be. “The brain needs the whole spectrum of everything you can give it in balance”. Find Bonnie Kaplan at: Website: www.bonniejkaplan.com Facebook: @thebetterbrain Instagram: @thebetterbrain Twitter: @bonnie_kaplan Book: The Better Brain – www.thebetterbrainbook.com Discussed on the PODCAST: Zach Bush MD – www.zachbushmd.com Compost Council – www.compost.org Julia Rucklidge – @juliarucklidge - https://www.tedxchristchurch.com/julia-rucklidge Linus Pauling – https://profiles.nlm.nih.gov/spotlight/mm/catalog/nlm:nlmuid-101584639X264-doc Dr Abram Hoffer – www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7217386/ Charitable Study Funds - https://bonniejkaplan.com/fundraising-for-research If you are currently battling a Chronic Degenerative Disease, Nicolette is doing one on one consultations again. Go to www.nicolettericher.com to set up an appointment today! Our 22M Bike tour is still happening once the world returns to its new normal. Find out more about and support our 22 Million Campaign here - http://www.richerhealth.ca/ Want to improve your health… Click here to access our FREE resources so you can live your best life! https://nicolettericher.com/free-stuff Find out ways you can work with Nicolette to improve your health here: https://nicolettericher.com/work-with-me Join Nicolette at one of her retreats https://richerhealthretreatcentre.com/ Find out more about our non-profit society Sea to Sky Thrivers - https://seatoskythrivers.com/ Want to know more about Nicolette's Green Moustache Café's https://www.greenmoustache.com/ Sign up for the Eat Real to Heal Online Course - https://nicolettericher.com/eat-real-to-heal Buy the Eat Real to Heal Book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Eat-Real-Heal-Medicine-Arthritis/dp/163353782X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1567629190&sr=8-1

Bonnie J. Kaplan, Ph.D. & Julia J. Rucklidge, Ph.D.: “Our brains are set up to require roughly 30 micronutrients: 15 minerals and 15 vitamins.” Kaplan and Rucklidge, leading scientists and co-authors of The Better Brain, join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how your food affects your stress, plus: - What we're still getting wrong about nutrition & brain health  - The best supplements for mental health - How a vegan diet affects your brain - The connection between psychobiotics & depression - How to use food to enhance your emotional resilience Referenced in the episode: - Kaplan & Rucklidge's book, The Better Brain. - Scott Anderson, John Cryan, Ph.D., and Ted Dinan, M.D., Ph.D.'s book, The Psychobiotic Revolution.  - Rucklidge's study of micronutrients to treat stress and anxiety from the Christchurch earthquakes. - Rucklidge's comprehensive review on psychobiotics. - Rucklidge's research on ADHD and emotion dysregulation. - SUN study in Spain on the Mediterranean diet and depression. Enjoy this episode sponsored by smartwater! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.

According to the CDC, 1 in 5 Americans suffer from some sort of mental illness, and antidepressant use has risen 65% since 1999. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 Americans suffer from some sort of mental illness, and antidepressant use has risen 65% since 1999. But what if the key to treating mental illness can't be found at the pharmacy, but lies in the food we eat every day? Leading scientists Bonnie J. Kaplan, Ph.D., and Julia J. Rucklidge, Ph.D. reveal their groundbreaking research in THE BETTER BRAIN: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition.Dr. Bonnie Kaplan joins us to dive deeper into her book. She is a professor emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary with 180 peer-reviewed publications and textbook contributions. Both authors and their work have been featured in Psychology Today, Everyday Health, Body of Wonder Podcast, and more.She. touches on why rates of mood and anxiety disorders have gone up significantly in the last decade (about 40 million Americans take some kind of psychiatric medication) despite increases in the prescription of medications, how diet and nutrition can be used to treat mental health issues, and why nutrition is the safest, most effective treatment you won't get from your mental health clinician

According to the CDC, 1 in 5 Americans suffer from some sort of mental illness, and antidepressant use has risen 65% since 1999. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 Americans suffer from some sort of mental illness, and antidepressant use has risen 65% since 1999. But what if the key to treating mental illness can't be found at the pharmacy, but lies in the food we eat every day? Leading scientists Bonnie J. Kaplan, Ph.D., and Julia J. Rucklidge, Ph.D. reveal their groundbreaking research in THE BETTER BRAIN: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition.Dr. Bonnie Kaplan joins us to dive deeper into her book. She is a professor emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary with 180 peer-reviewed publications and textbook contributions. Both authors and their work have been featured in Psychology Today, Everyday Health, Body of Wonder Podcast, and more.She. touches on why rates of mood and anxiety disorders have gone up significantly in the last decade (about 40 million Americans take some kind of psychiatric medication) despite increases in the prescription of medications, how diet and nutrition can be used to treat mental health issues, and why nutrition is the safest, most effective treatment you won't get from your mental health clinician

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— “What if instead of treating mental illness with prescriptions and medication, we changed what we eat and how we feed our brains?” Valeria Teles interviews Bonnie J. Kaplan — the author of “The Better Brain: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition.” Currently Professor Emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Originally from Ohio, she did all her training in the U.S. and then moved to Canada and the University of Calgary. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health – particularly, the contribution of nutrition to brain development and brain function.  Her efforts to include nutrition knowledge in the care of people with mental health challenges has earned her a variety of awards, including the Dr. Rogers Prize www.drrogersprize.org) in September 2019; Citation of Honour, having been nominated for Calgary 7 over 70 Award September 2019; and in 2017 she was selected as one of 150 Canadian Difference Makers in Mental Health, in honour of Canada's 150th birthday. Her book The Better Brain, written with her former student Prof Julia Rucklidge (University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand) is being released by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in April 2021.   To learn more about Bonnie J. Kaplan and her work please visit: https://www.bonniejkaplan.com/   — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.  

A really great show today. Slightly different than normal but great nevertheless. We have with us Bonnie Kaplan a leading expert on how nutrition affects our brain How can we possibly expect our brain to function in an optimal state if we do not nourish our brain efficiently? Bonnie has spent many years researching this fascinating subject We look into: The best way to fuel your brain What to definitely avoid What a good brain day looks like What supplement can make a HUGE difference How the medical model is flawed You will gain  great insight from Bonnie’s wisdom Her new book is due out THE BETTER BRAIN: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition by Bonnie J. Kaplan, PhD, and Julia J. Rucklidge, PhD is available wherever books are sold on April 20th. BONNIE J. KAPLAN, PhD, is a professor emerita in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. She has published widely on the biological basis of developmental disorders and mental health, especially on the contribution of nutrition to brain development and brain function. She was named one of Canada’s top 150 Difference Makers in Mental Health and was awarded the prestigious Dr. Rogers Prize. She lives in Calgary, Canada. Website: www.BonnieJKaplan.com Facebook: @TheBetterBrain Twitter: @Bonnie_Kaplan Take the online COURSE To become a Certified Mind Factor Mindfulness Practitioner https://themindfactor.net/brand-new-product-release-mindfulness-program-online-video-course/    

Thanks to the work of two very committed researchers, there is a growing body of research linking micronutrients to mental health. This research is not well known but should be. In today’s episode, we are delighted to discuss with Dr. Bonnie Kaplan and Dr. Julia Rucklidge what they’ve learned through many years of clinical research about the role of nutrition and supplements in mental health. They are the co-authors of a new book about to be published: The Better Brain: Overcome Anxiety, Combat Depression, and Reduce ADHD and Stress with Nutrition. Bonnie J. Kaplan, PhD and Julia Rucklidge, PhD. Show notes: Nutrition At The Forefront - 03:18 The Truth Behind Ultra-processed Foods - 0533 Diet Versus Supplements - 10:34 Nutritional Resiliency: Keeping Balanced Levels - 16:31 Considering Micronutrient Supplements - 21:31 The Significance Of Remineralizing The Soil - 24:52 Choosing The Right Food And What You Should Know - 31:20 To learn more about Dr. Bonnie Kaplan and Dr. Julia Rucklidge: https://bonniejkaplan.com/ https://www.facebook.com/mentalhealthandnutrition/ https://www.hmhbooks.com/author/Julia-Rucklidge/162038552 https://www.amazon.com/Better-Brain-Overcome-Depression-Nutrition/dp/0358447100 ***** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you’re a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you’re interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

When someone, either an adult or child, has problem swallowing pills or capsules, there are some options open to help. In this podcast, a pharmacist and a psychologist join us to talk about liquid formulations, how to disguise the taste of medicine mixed with food, and some techniques that can be used to help with swallowing a whole pill. Deonne Dersch-Mills is the clinical practice leader for pharmacy for paediatrics & neonatology with Alberta Health Services. She is based at Alberta Children's Hospital, Calgary. The article they talk about is Giving oral medicines and supplements to children - https://www.bmj.com/content/371/bmj.m3550 Bonnie J. Kaplan is a semi-retired research psychologist, and professor emerita from the Cumming School of Medicine, Calgary.

A lump in the throat is a classic GP presentation, but one that often causes a lot of worry. Many people are struggling with high levels of anxiety anyway at the moment, and this may manifest physical symptoms, such as fatigue, insomnia and dysphagia. In this week's episode, we discuss how to differentiate between causes of a lump in the throat: is my patient experiencing laryngopharyngeal reflux, or could it be cancer? How do we reassure distressed patients when we need to refer them on for imaging, or a consultation with a specialist, before we can rule out a malignant cause? We also talk about how to manage a patient who has difficulty swallowing pills, and the challenges of getting children, in particular, to take medication. Our guests: Nick Hamilton is a clinical lecturer in otorhinolaryngology at UCL, and also works as a specialist registrar in otorhinolaryngology head and neck surgery at North Thames Deanery, London. Deonne Dersch-Mills is the clinical practice leader for pharmacy for paediatrics & neonatology with Alberta Health Services. She is based at Alberta Children's Hospital, Calgary. Bonnie J. Kaplan is a semi-retired research psychologist, and professor emerita from the Cumming School of Medicine, Calgary.

A lump in the throat is a classic GP presentation, but one that often causes a lot of worry. Many people are struggling with high levels of anxiety anyway at the moment, and this may manifest physical symptoms, such as fatigue, insomnia and dysphagia. In this week's episode, we discuss how to differentiate between causes of a lump in the throat: is my patient experiencing laryngopharyngeal reflux, or could it be cancer? How do we reassure distressed patients when we need to refer them on for imaging, or a consultation with a specialist, before we can rule out a malignant cause? We also talk about how to manage a patient who has difficulty swallowing pills, and the challenges of getting children, in particular, to take medication. Our guests: Nick Hamilton is a clinical lecturer in otorhinolaryngology at UCL, and also works as a specialist registrar in otorhinolaryngology head and neck surgery at North Thames Deanery, London. Deonne Dersch-Mills is the clinical practice leader for pharmacy for paediatrics & neonatology with Alberta Health Services. She is based at Alberta Children's Hospital, Calgary. Bonnie J. Kaplan is a semi-retired research psychologist, and professor emerita from the Cumming School of Medicine, Calgary.