Episode 88: Dr. David Wiss, Ph.D.

Dr. David Wiss, Ph.D., RDN is the founder of Nutrition in Recovery and Wise Mind Nutrition, a group practice in Los Angeles specializing in substance use disorders, eating disorders, body image, mental health, and general wellness. Mr. Wiss has contributed numerous articles to peer-reviewed journals and book chapters on his various topics of expertise, including nutrition for substance use disorder, food addiction, and eating disorders. He has spoken at dozens of academic conferences on these topics and his dissertation describes links between early life adversity and mental health in adulthood. Mr. Wiss is passionate about helping people achieve long-term recovery. In this episode: What Trauma-Informed Nutrition is Different types of trauma ACES & Food Selection Whether or not weight gain is a protective measure Interventions for Food Addiction or Disordered Eating that are helpful or harmful Events, Effects, and Experiences How trauma alters the brain Responses to presenting Food Addiction research to Eating Disorder professionals Whether or not trauma may be the bridge for the Food Addiction and Eating Disorder camps Follow David: INSTAGRAM: @davidawiss EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] WEBSITE: Wise Mind Nutrition Nutrition In Recovery   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.