Are you or a loved one struggling with chronic relapse, persistent cravings, or anxiety in recovery? This episode is a game-changer. Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross welcomes her longtime friend and expert, Christina Veselak, to dive deep into the often-overlooked biochemical roots of addiction and mental health struggles. Learn how simply changing what and when you eat can eliminate cravings in minutes and dramatically improve long-term sobriety.

• The "Starving Brain" Theory: Christina explains how years of poor nutrition or substance use depletes the brain's necessary neurotransmitters, leading to debilitating cravings, anxiety, depression, and fatigue.
• Amino Acids as a Game Changer: Discover how targeted amino acid supplementation can rebuild a depleted brain and stop cravings within 20 minutes—a highly effective, non-addictive solution.
• The Five-Star Pro Recovery Diet: Christina breaks down her easy-to-follow food philosophy focused on stabilizing blood sugar and maximizing nutrient intake. The key elements are Protein (20g every 4 hours), Healthy Fats, Complex Carbohydrates, Personalization, and Clean Eating.

Bio:

Christina T. Veselak, LMFT, CN, is the founder and director of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition. A licensed psychotherapist for over 30 years, she provides online Relapse Prevention Coaching and Mental Health Nutrition support, consulting with supplement companies, IV detox programs, and residential treatment centers to integrate nutritional approaches to recovery.

She is also the founder and CEO of Eating Protein Saves Lives! and bestselling author of EAT! A Guide to Radiant Recovery Using Food and Amino Acids to Repair the Addicted Brain and Reduce Cravings. A seasoned national speaker and founding member of the Alliance for Addiction Solutions, Christina continues to advance evidence-based nutritional and biochemical strategies for brain and mental health.

"I'm dedicated to saving and transforming lives through amino acid and nutrient therapy."

Guest Links:

https://aminoacidtherapy.com/about-christina-veselak/

Dr Carolyn's Links

www.CarolynRossMD.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-coker-ross-md-mph-ceds-c-7b81176/

TEDxPleasantGrove talk: https://youtu.be/ljdFLCc3RtM

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