Mental health & nutrition myths debunked with Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D.
Wed Jan 28 2026
Are you worried that your diet is harming your mental health or have you been told that cutting out gluten will cure your depression or ADHD?
In this episode, Nikki welcomes Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in OCD, anxiety, and depression to talk about what the current research suggests about the role of nutrition in mental health.
They discuss:
How unscientific nutrition claims are spread and monetized on social media.
What the current literature can tell us about the impact of dietary interventions on depression and anxiety.
Myths surrounding sugar, gluten, gut health, and ADHD.
Why elimination diets may be harmful to mental health if not approached thoughtfully.
Connect with Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D.
Instagram: @feedyourmental
Website: feedyourmental.com
Webinar: Diet and Mental Health: Evidence, Implications, and Clinical Applications
Connect with Nikki
Instagram: @naablevyfitness
Website: naablevy.com
Get your FREE personalized strength plan! https://naablevy.com/free-strength-plan
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Are you worried that your diet is harming your mental health or have you been told that cutting out gluten will cure your depression or ADHD? In this episode, Nikki welcomes Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in OCD, anxiety, and depression to talk about what the current research suggests about the role of nutrition in mental health. They discuss: How unscientific nutrition claims are spread and monetized on social media. What the current literature can tell us about the impact of dietary interventions on depression and anxiety. Myths surrounding sugar, gluten, gut health, and ADHD. Why elimination diets may be harmful to mental health if not approached thoughtfully. Connect with Nicole Lippman-Barile, Ph.D. Instagram: @feedyourmental Website: feedyourmental.com Webinar: Diet and Mental Health: Evidence, Implications, and Clinical Applications Connect with Nikki Instagram: @naablevyfitness Website: naablevy.com Get your FREE personalized strength plan! https://naablevy.com/free-strength-plan