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Power Up Recovery with Nutrition Podcast

Power Up Recovery with Nutrition Podcast

By: Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition
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Explore the powerful connection between nutrition, mental health, and addiction recovery with Christina Veselak, a trailblazer in nutritional mental health and founder of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition. This interview-based podcast, "Power Up Recovery with Nutrition," dives deep into how amino acids and targeted nutritional strategies can transform brain chemistry, build resilience, and support sustainable recovery. Christina’s expertise is showcased through engaging interviews with leading experts, practitioners, and inspiring voices from the recovery community, as well as solo episodes addressing key topics in the field. Whether you’re on a personal recovery journey, a functional nutritionist seeking advanced tools, or a healthcare professional eager to expand your knowledge, this podcast offers practical advice, compelling stories, and the latest innovations. Academy members will find it an invaluable resource for deeper learning and staying connected to cutting-edge practices. Explore how Christina Veselak bridges the gap between nutrition and mental well-being, one conversation at a time. Fuel your recovery, elevate your practice, and empower transformation. It’s time to make nutrition part of the conversation. Tune in to "Power Up Recovery with Nutrition" and join us as we unlock the potential of targeted nutrition to support mental health and addiction recovery.2025 Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Amino Acids, Nutrition & Homeopathy in Addiction Recovery with Salvatore Di Liello S2EO2
    Jul 5 2025

    In this transformative episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, host Christina Veselak is joined by Salvatore Di Liello, a naturopathic doctor, classical homeopath, and respected board member of the Alliance for Addiction Solutions. Together, they dive deep into how nutrition, amino acid therapy, and homeopathy are being used to heal the brain and body in ways traditional treatment often misses.

    Salvatore shares his clinical insights from working with individuals struggling with addiction, anxiety, insomnia, and emotional dysregulation—highlighting how biochemical imbalances can drive destructive behavior and how restoring brain chemistry with targeted nutrient support can lead to lasting recovery.

    Meet our Guest

    Salvatore is a Board-Certified Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Northeast Ohio for over 20 years. He is also trained as a Classic Homeopath under the mentorship of Dr. Massimo Mangialavori, M. D. He is certified as a Level II Recovery Nutrition Coach by the Academy for Addiction & Mental Health Nutrition. He has been an Usui and Karuna Reiki Teacher/Master for over 25 years, is a Certified Biomagnetism Therapist under the guidance of Dr. Luis Garcia, M.D. and a Mindful Meditation Coach.

    🌐 Website: www.naturale-solutions.com
    📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvatore-di-liello-n-d-9a2b0312/
    📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salvatore.diliello.16

    Discover More Unlock a world of resources at https://aminoacidtherapy.com/ where you’ll find expert insights, transformative training, and actionable tools to support your recovery journey. Whether you're looking for professional courses like our Level 1 Core Training

    Learn more at https://feedtherecoveringbrain.com
    Support Our Mission Check out our nonprofit initiative, Eating Protein Saves Lives, at https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org/ Learn how we’re improving lives and communities through better nutrition, the science of amino acid therapy, and our simple yet powerful message: Eat protein every 4 hours.

    Also, if you’re just starting out or want a solid foundation, check out Eat to Beat Addiction & Depression by Christina Veselak. It’s a clear, powerful intro to the core concepts.
    Grab your copy here: https://www.eatforrecovery.com/ 📘

    Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information shared is meant to inform and empower listeners but should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care and treatment.

    Music by: Bensound
    License code: GFZAESIUP3ZUNGXM

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    50 mins
  • From Relapse to Recovery: The Brain-Based Method That Finally Worked S2E01
    Jun 25 2025

    In this inspiring episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, hosted by Christina Veselak sits down with Dr. Shelly Jo Wahlstrom, a hypnotherapist, author, and devoted mother who turned personal pain into a powerful mission to help others heal.

    After years of watching her daughter struggle through the cycle of addiction and relapse, Shelly Jo discovered a science backed, brain focused approach to recovery. Through the use of targeted amino acid therapy, nutrition, and hypnotherapy, she found a method that not only supported her daughter's healing but has since helped transform thousands of lives.

    In this episode, you'll learn how neurotransmitter imbalances impact mental health and addiction, why nutrition is often the missing link in traditional treatment, and how feeding the brain what it truly needs can create lasting change.

    Meet our Guest

    Dr. Shelly Jo Wahlstrom, PhD, MA, CHT, CRNC, known as The Amino Acid Lady, is a passionate hypnotherapist and wellness expert who helps people reclaim their mental and emotional health through amino acid therapy, nutrition, and hypnotherapy. Inspired by her daughter’s recovery from addiction, she’s helped over 30,000 people “feel normal” again with her award-winning Hypno Aminos supplements.

    She’s the author of Feed Your Brain, Change Your Life and From Crazy to Calm, Chairperson of the Alliance for Addiction Solutions, and Owner of the Certified Hypnotherapy School. Dr. Shelly Jo speaks nationwide and brings nearly a decade of experience to her mission of helping others heal—brain, body, and spirit.

    Based in Utah, she loves skiing, dancing, traveling, and being “Grama Shelly” to her grandkids

    🌐 Website: https://hypnoaminos.com/
    🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shellyjohypnoaminos8060
    📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyjohypnoaminos/
    📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShellyJoHypnoAminos

    Discover More Unlock a world of resources at https://aminoacidtherapy.com/ where you’ll find expert insights, transformative training, and actionable tools to support your recovery journey. Whether you're looking for professional courses like our Level 1 Core Training

    Learn more at https://feedtherecoveringbrain.com
    Support Our Mission Check out our nonprofit initiative, Eating Protein Saves Lives, at https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org/ Learn how we’re improving lives and communities through better nutrition, the science of amino acid therapy, and our simple yet powerful message: Eat protein every 4 hours.

    Also, if you’re just starting out or want a solid foundation, check out Eat to Beat Addiction & Depression by Christina Veselak. It’s a clear, powerful intro to the core concepts.
    Grab your copy here: https://www.eatforrecovery.com/ 📘

    Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information shared is meant to inform and empower listeners but should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care and treatment.

    Music by: Bensound
    License code: GFZAESIUP3ZUNGXM

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    38 mins
  • How Dr. Hyla Cass Uses Amino Acids and Nutrition To Heal The Brain EP13
    Apr 27 2025

    In this episode, host Christina Veselak talks with Dr. Hyla Cass, one of the first integrative psychiatrists, about how nutrition, amino acids, and natural supplements can rebuild brain chemistry, support sleep, reduce cravings, and power lasting recovery.

    Learn how using food as medicine can be the missing piece for mental health and addiction healing, and discover practical strategies for balancing mood naturally without overmedication.

    Meet Our Guest

    Dr. Hyla Cass is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and psychiatry, known as “the non-drug psychiatrist.” With over 30 years of experience, she has helped countless individuals achieve better mental and physical health by using natural approaches, including diet, exercise, essential fatty acids, nutrients, and hemp oil/CBD.

    She is widely respected for her work in helping people safely withdraw from psychiatric medications and substances of abuse without relying solely on pharmaceuticals. A frequent guest on podcasts, summits, radio, television, and in national print media, Dr. Cass is also the author of several popular books, including Natural Highs, 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health, Supplement Your Prescription, and The Addicted Brain and How to Break Free.

    Originally from Toronto, Dr. Cass graduated from the University of Toronto School of Medicine, completed her internship at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, and her psychiatric residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center/UCLA. She is a Diplomate of both the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine (ABIHM), and is based in Southern California.

    🌐Website: https://cassmd.com

    Discover More Unlock a world of resources at https://aminoacidtherapy.com/ where you’ll find expert insights, transformative training, and actionable tools to support your recovery journey. Whether you're looking for professional courses like our Level 1 Core Training or details about the upcoming Feed the Brain Summit 2025 (happening from April 30 – May 2, 2025), we’ve got you covered.

    Learn more at https://feedtherecoveringbrain.com Support Our Mission Check out our nonprofit initiative, Eating Protein Saves Lives, at https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org/ Learn how we’re improving lives and communities through better nutrition, the science of amino acid therapy, and our simple yet powerful message: Eat protein every 4 hours.

    Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information shared is meant to inform and empower listeners but should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care and treatment.

    Music by: Bensound
    License code: GFZAESIUP3ZUNGXM

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    49 mins
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