Nutrition for Mental Health and Prevention of Eating Disorders in Youth [PODCAST]
Important Message for Students, Schools, Teachers, Coaches and Parents

Our practice and team of Dietitians see firsthand the impact of mental health and eating disorders on kids, adolescents and their families. Since the pandemic eating disorders have drastically risen and we’ve seen greater challenges with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns with so many of our clients.
It was a huge honour to be interviewed for the High Performing Educator Podcast with Sam Demma to talk about:
- the connection of nutrition for mental health in kids and youth
- explore food for your brain, learning, health and mental health
- what to do if you know someone may be struggling with an eating disorder
- share resources on nutrition for mental health and eating disorders
Listen to my interview on nutrition for mental health and prevention of eating disorders in youth here:
If you work in education or interact with kids and teens as a teacher, coach or caregiver, please listen to the podcast and also encourage your connections to follow Sam or have him speak at your school. Find out more here: Sam Demma
The High Performing Educator Podcast started during the pandemic to provide inspirational stories and practical advice from those that work in education. By tuning in, you will hear the stories and ideas of the world’s brightest and most ambitious educators. You can expect interviews with Principals, Teachers, Guidance Counsellors, National Student Association, Directors and anybody that works with youth.
Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:
National Eating Disorder Information Centre
Russ and Jay Shetty Podcast Interview
Dan Siegel: Name it to Tame it
Andrea’s free weekly newsletter
Nutrition for mental health (article and video)
9 things everyone should know about eating disorders
Dispelling the top 4 myths about eating disorders (article and video)
Looking for a Dietitian that would understand how to help you? We can help.
If you are seeking support to help prevent and discourage eating disorders in youth we can help.
We have Eating Disorder Dietitians on our team that can help provide you with the confidential supportive care to meet you where you are at and work with you to progress recovery at a pace you can manage.
We also work collaboratively with your physician and therapist to ensure we are helping you move forward with the right type of support needed to assist you.
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About Andrea Holwegner
CEO, Registered Dietitian, Counseling Practice Director & Professional Speaker
Andrea the «Chocolate Loving Nutritionist» is founder and CEO of Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. since 2000. She is an online nutrition course creator, professional speaker and regular guest in the media. Andrea is the recipient of an award by the Dietitians of Canada: The Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education....Read more