In this episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, Christina Veselak sits down with Patrick Holford to explore how diet and amino acids play a vital role in natural recovery and long-term brain health. Discover how targeted nutrients can restore neurotransmitter balance, reduce cravings, improve mood, and protect against cognitive decline.

You’ll learn how to:

• Use nutrition and amino acids to support the recovering brain.

• Rebuild neurotransmitters for better mood and focus.

• Reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms naturally.

• Strengthen brain health and lower the risk of dementia.

Whether you’re in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about how food impacts mental wellness, this conversation offers practical, science-based insights to help the brain heal and thrive.

Meet our Guest

Patrick Holford, BSc, DipION, FBANT, NTCRP, is a leading spokesman on nutrition and mental
health and founder of both the Food for the Brain Foundation, and the Institute for Optimum Nutrition. Originally trained in psychology. He was one of the first promoters of the importance of zinc,essential fats, low-GL diets and homocysteine-lowering B vitamins and their importance in mental health and Alzheimer’s prevention. He is the author of 48 books, translated into over 30 languages, including The Optimum Nutrition Bible and his latest books Upgrade Your Brain and
Alzheimer’s:Prevention is the Cure. He is a retired visiting professor at the University of Teeside and is in the Orthomolecular Medicine Hall of Fame.

Website: https://www.patrickholford.com/
Website: https://foodforthebrain.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patrickholford

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Learn more at https://feedtherecoveringbrain.com
Support Our Mission Check out our nonprofit initiative, Eating Protein Saves Lives, at https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org/ Learn how we’re improving lives and communities through better nutrition, the science of amino acid therapy, and our simple yet powerful message: Eat protein every 4 hours.

Also, if you’re just starting out or want a solid foundation, check out Eat: A Guide to Radiant Recovery Using Food and Amino Acids to Repair the Addicted Brain and Reduce Cravings by Christina Veselak. It’s a clear, powerful intro to the core concepts. Grab your copy here: https://www.eatforrecovery.com/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information shared is meant to inform and empower listeners but should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care and treatment.

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