The Faces of Nutritional Psychology is a collection of personal stories written by individuals who have experienced positive shifts in their psychological well-being and mental health in response to improving their dietary intake patterns. Collectively, these written stories inspire and encourage others to use food to improve how they feel.
There’s no denying that what we eat affects how we feel. As research continues to reveal the profound relationship between diet and mental health, people worldwide are experiencing transformative changes in how they think, feel, and experience mental wellness. The Faces of Nutritional Psychology is a collection of personal stories highlighting these transformations.
Whether we realize it or not, we all have a relationship with food that requires daily attention, learning, and negotiation. In nutritional psychology, this is known as the ‘Diet-Mental Health Relationship.’ This relationship brings some joy; for others, it can be painful or exhausting. Despite its importance, many of us are not used to talking about it, even though it profoundly impacts our lives.
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We invite you to share how your diet-mental health relationship has impacted your mood, behavior, and overall well-being. By opening up about your experiences, you encourage others to do the same, helping to normalize the conversation around diet and mental health. Your story could inspire someone to realize their struggles and successes are more common than they think. How has improving your diet affected how you feel? What are your biggest challenges with food? Have different eating styles changed how you feel? In one sentence, how would you describe your relationship between diet and mental health? Do you feel comfortable with your diet, or is it a source of stress?
Tell my StoryWe look forward to hearing your story!
Talia Daneshrad
Food Science 2026, NYU
Director, The Faces of NP