Nutrition for Mental Health: Building Lasting Change Through Micro-Habits with Maryann Walsh, RD

What if better health wasn't about perfection—but about making the next small choice?In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto sits down with registered dietitian, two-time TEDx speaker, and psychology PhD candidate Maryann Walsh, RD, to explore how nutrition, mental health, and behavior change are deeply connected. Drawing on more than 15 years of clinical experience, Maryann shares practical strategies for creating sustainable habits, navigating ADHD and burnout, and cutting through the overwhelming nutrition advice found online.The conversation moves beyond meal plans to examine the role food plays in brain health, recovery from addiction, emotional resilience, and overall well-being. Maryann also explains why "micro-habits" are often far more effective than drastic lifestyle overhauls, and why meeting our most basic needs is the foundation for lasting recovery.