The Nourished Mama

Ep15: Boosting your Mood through the power of food with Mal Fedele

The Nourished Mama

Show Notes

Ana interviews Malissa Fedele, known as the mood boosting nutritionist.

They discuss the powerful connection between food and mental health, exploring how dietary changes can significantly impact mood and overall well-being. Melissa shares her personal journey with anxiety and how it led her to discover the importance of nutrition in managing mental health.

The conversation highlights practical tips for creating sustainable health changes and introduces powerful mood-boosting ingredients that can enhance mental well-being.

Ana and Mal discuss the importance of nutrition, particularly for busy mama's, emphasising the role of healthy fats, hydration, and fibre in supporting both physical and mental health. They explore simple meal ideas, the significance of whole foods, and practical lifestyle practices that can enhance well-being.

Mentioned in the episode:

Boost Your Mood with Food eBook https://www.malissafedele.com/shop/p/38qhccgubk5vcd3o61g04l6x0n7o14 Use code BOOST for 15% off

Follow Malissa on Instagram: @malissafedele

The olive oil brand Ana mentions https://www.discoverthewildolive.com/

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