Podcasts about metabolic psychiatry

Setbacks are a natural part of any journey, and mental health recovery is no exception. In this video, Dr. Matt Bernstein shares a powerful perspective on why downturns aren't failures, but opportunities to learn, adapt, and build resilience.Rather than viewing setbacks as something to fear or avoid, Dr. Bernstein explains how adopting a growth mindset can transform the way we respond to challenges. With the right preparation and support, moments of struggle can become key turning points in long-term recovery.In this video, you'll learn:Why setbacks are normal in any recovery journeyHow to reframe “failures” as opportunities for growthThe importance of identifying early warning signsHow to build a personal plan for navigating downturnsWhy support systems and connection are critical during difficult timesHow tools like mindfulness and structured planning can help you regain momentumDr. Bernstein also discusses practical strategies like creating a Wellness Recovery Action Plan, leveraging your support network, and even planning ahead for more serious crises with tools like a healthcare proxy.If you're navigating mental health challenges or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers practical tools and a more compassionate framework for the journey.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede, author of "Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind: A Powerful Plan to Improve Mood, Overcome Anxiety, and Protect Memory for a Lifetime of Optimal Mental Health." 

Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede is the author of "Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind: A Powerful Plan to Improve Mood, Overcome Anxiety, and Protect Memory for a Lifetime of Optimal Mental Health." She links diet to the mental health crisis and dementia risk. Ede explains that conventional psychiatric training ignored nutrition, and she later incorporated dietary strategies alongside medication and psychotherapy after personal health experiences. She emphasizes focusing on metabolic and nutritional quality—especially stabilizing blood sugar and insulin—rather than simplistic plant-vs-animal messaging. She argues some animal foods are needed for brain nutrients like B12 and EPA/DHA. She discusses ketogenic diets as a way to lower insulin, produce ketones, improve brain energy, and reduce inflammation, citing case reports and a study of hospitalized patients where many improved and 44% reached remission. She critiques nutrition epidemiology as unreliable and outlines three “quiet” dietary tiers: whole-food low-glycemic, ketogenic, and carnivore, plus practical issues like electrolytes and gradual transition.

Can a ketogenic diet improve mental health?This week marks a significant moment for metabolic psychiatry and ketogenic therapy for serious mental illness.A New York Times piece highlighted early research from Stanford University, The Ohio State University, and the University of Edinburgh—alongside stories from individuals who have shared their lived experience here on Metabolic Mind.This kind of visibility matters. It reflects years of work by researchers and clinicians like Drs. Chris Palmer, Shebani Sethi, and Iain Campbell, research funded by Baszucki Group, advocates like Jan Baszucki, as well as the many people who have been willing to share their personal stories.Lived experience alone isn't enough. Early data alone isn't enough. But together, they point to something that must be tested, confirmed — or challenged — through high-quality science. That's why we are excited about several RCTs currently completed or underway around the world.We need to continue efforts to advance education, public awareness and research on a scale that will require public funding. That's how medicine moves forward. And that's the exciting work ahead.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Bret Scher, medical director of the Coalition for Metabolic Health.

Dr. Bret Scher, medical director of the Coalition for Metabolic Health, discusses making metabolic health the foundation of medicine amid rising obesity and type 2 diabetes and reports that 93% of Americans have suboptimal metabolic health. Scher defines metabolic health using markers including glucose, insulin, triglycerides, HDL, blood pressure, and waist size, and cites evidence linking insulin resistance to heart disease, stroke, cancer, psychiatric illness, and other complications. They discuss simple self- and lab-assessments (waist-to-height ratio, fasting insulin with glucose/HOMA-IR, triglyceride-to-HDL ratio, CGMs). Scher critiques the Eat Lancet report for assuming one optimal diet, reliance on low-quality nutrition epidemiology, potential nutrient shortfalls, and environmental oversimplification, while supporting newer dietary guidelines that allow lower-carb approaches. Part two covers contradictory nutrition studies, distinctions between low-carb and ketogenic diets, emerging “metabolic psychiatry” and ketogenic therapy for mental illness and cognitive decline, limits and rebound risks of GLP-1 drugs, and Coalition efforts to improve school food and influence policy.

Send a textEddie Rodriguez is the founder and host of BrainHeal(th), an educational YouTube channel dedicated to sharing what he and his family have learned and are learning in caregiving for his father, diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease.Eddie is an advocate for metabolic neurology, metabolic psychiatry, and cognitive health strategies, like the Bredesen Protocol, for the prevention and treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders. With extensive experience in commercial financing, corporate- and sales-process consulting, and leadership development, he combines his professional expertise with a passion for transforming how mental and neurological conditions are framed and treated going forward.He is also the Board President of Metabolic Collective, a new 501(c)(3) whose mission is to accelerate the real-world adoption of metabolic therapies (especially ketogenic protocols) for serious mental illness and neurological disorders by building a global, peer-led grassroots movement.Find Eddie at-YT- @BrainHeal_th_https://metaboliccollective.org/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Can the ketogenic diet help improve symptoms for individuals living with treatment-resistant depression?In this conversation, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dr. Megan Kirk Chang, a senior researcher in metabolic psychiatry at the University of Oxford and a co-author of the recently published DIME trial.This study represents the first randomized clinical trial to evaluate a ketogenic diet in adults with treatment-resistant depression.Participants were assigned to either a ketogenic diet or a plant-rich comparison diet for six weeks to assess whether dietary intervention could influence depressive symptoms. Both groups experienced meaningful improvements in depression scores, with the ketogenic diet slightly outperforming the control group at 6 weeks.While the difference between groups did not reach the threshold for statistical significance, the findings suggest a positive signal that warrants further investigation.In this interview, Dr. Kirk Chang reflects on:The strengths of the study and where she sees opportunity for improvement.What the modest difference between diets might meanWhy early pilot trials are designed to detect signals rather than definitive answersWhat the study revealed about adherence, cravings, and behavioral factorsHow these results will inform larger and longer clinical trials now being plannedAs Dr. Kirk Chang explains, this six-week pilot trial was designed as proof-of-concept research to determine whether there is enough signal to justify larger studies in metabolic psychiatry.At Metabolic Mind, we view studies like this as an important step in a growing scientific effort to understand how metabolism and nutrition may influence serious mental illness. Each new study contributes to the evolving evidence base that will help researchers determine who may benefit, why, and under what conditions.

A new meta-analysis just dropped, and once again, saturated fat takes center stage. But does the data actually support the decades-long warnings we've heard about saturated fat and heart disease? Not exactly.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher dives deep into a recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine that reviewed randomized controlled trials on saturated fat intake and health outcomes.Despite the headlines and abstract language hinting at risk, a closer look at the data reveals no statistically significant increase in heart attacks, strokes, or early death, even with modest increases in LDL.So why the disconnect between what the data shows and what the authors claim? Dr. Scher breaks it down and explores the nuances often missing from the conversation about saturated fat, including context like food quality, carbohydrate intake, metabolic health, and lifestyle factors that make a big difference.

You may have seen headlines or social media posts claiming that ketones increase the risk of heart attacks and that this proves ketogenic diets are dangerous for heart health. But when you actually examine the study behind those claims, the data tell a very different story.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher takes a closer look at a recent paper published in the Journal of the American Heart Association that analyzed circulating ketone levels in participants from the UK Biobank. The study has been widely shared online as evidence against ketogenic diets. The issue? The participants weren't following a ketogenic diet at all.Instead, researchers measured very small baseline ketone levels in a general population that was consuming around 250 grams of carbohydrates per day, that's far from the levels associated with nutritional ketosis.In this video, you'll learn:Why this study was not a ketogenic diet studyThe difference between association and causation in epidemiologyWhy the measured ketone levels were far below nutritional ketosisHow metabolic stress, illness, or diabetes can raise ketone levels independently of dietWhy these findings don't tell us anything about ketogenic dietsUnderstanding the context behind nutrition research is critical. Misinterpreting observational data can easily lead to misleading headlines and unnecessary confusion about diet and health.

Can you reverse fatty liver disease with a ketogenic diet?Fatty liver disease is now one of the fastest-growing liver conditions in the world, affecting roughly 30% of adults and an increasing number of children. And in many cases, it's driven by metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance.In this conversation, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with Dr. Amy Goss (University of Alabama at Birmingham) and Dr. Karen Jerome-Zapadka (Trajectory Health Partners) about the growing epidemic of metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and why carbohydrate restriction and ketogenic nutrition may be powerful tools for addressing it.In this interview, you'll learn:What MASLD (formerly NAFLD) is and why it's becoming so commonHow insulin resistance and excess carbohydrates contribute to fatty liverNew research showing how carbohydrate restriction can reduce liver fatWhy ketogenic and low-carb diets may improve liver metabolism beyond weight lossThe clinical experience of reversing fatty liver through metabolic therapyWhy lifestyle approaches often receive less attention than medicationsDr. Amy Goss and her team at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are currently conducting a large NIH-funded clinical trial investigating how carbohydrate restriction affects liver fat and insulin sensitivity in adolescents with fatty liver disease.At the same time, Dr. Karen Jerome-Zapadka is applying these metabolic principles in clinical practice at Trajectory Health Partners, helping patients reverse steatotic liver disease through carbohydrate reduction and comprehensive metabolic care. Together, their research and real-world clinical experience are helping advance a deeper understanding of how targeting metabolic dysfunction may transform the way fatty liver disease is treated.Curious about the safety of ketogenic therapy? Visit our Is Keto Safe topic page to see all of our top content on the topic: https://www.metabolicmind.org/resources/topics/is-keto-safe/

A new meta-analysis of 174 randomized controlled trials on “carbohydrate-restricted diets” found consistent benefits for body composition, blood pressure, inflammation, and more. But instead of highlighting the metabolic benefits, most of the headlines focused almost entirely on a small bump in LDL.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down why that reaction misses the point and how biases in nutrition reporting are holding back real progress in improving metabolic health.

Are there real contraindications to a ketogenic diet? Yes, but they're far rarer than many people think. So who shouldn't do keto?In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down the difference between absolute and relative contraindications to ketogenic therapy. While rare inborn metabolic disorders and certain acute illnesses are true absolute contraindications, most commonly cited concerns, including type 1 or type 2 diabetes, heart disease, serious mental illness, high cholesterol, and even pregnancy are listed as relative contraindications, which really means, “use caution and work with an experienced clinician.”Watch to learn who should avoid ketogenic therapy, who may benefit, and why clinical guidance makes all the difference.

Ketogenic therapy for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression is gaining attention, but how can it be safely implemented into clinical practice?A newly published expert consensus provides practical recommendations to help clinicians thoughtfully apply ketogenic metabolic therapy (KMT) for serious mental illnesses.In this in-depth conversation, Dr. Matt Bernstein and Dr. Georgia Ede, both members of the expert committee, discuss how this Delphi consensus was developed, what it includes, and how it can be responsibly integrated into psychiatric practice.In this interview, they discuss:What a Delphi process is and why it was usedThe results of the Delphi process (33 consensus statements and 10 clinical recommendations)Who may be appropriate candidates for KMTAbsolute and relative contraindicationsRecommended laboratory screening and monitoringHow long a trial should last before assessing efficacyHow clinicians can personalize implementation safelyImportantly, the authors emphasize that ketogenic metabolic therapy is not a replacement for standard psychiatric treatment. Rather, it may be considered alongside first-line therapies, particularly for individuals who have not responded adequately, cannot tolerate medications, or are seeking additional options.Reflecting on the value of this work, Dr. Bernstein shares:“I would have loved to have read this six years ago when I was starting to think about implementing these types of practices. It would have given me confidence to charge forward… I probably would have been further along now than I am.”With randomized controlled trials ongoing and more research expected in the coming years, this consensus provides a thoughtful, experience-informed framework for clinicians who are seeing growing interest in metabolic approaches.If you are a clinician, we encourage you to read the full publication.If you are a patient or family member, consider sharing this interview and the paper with your care team to support an informed discussion about whether metabolic strategies may be appropriate in your individual case.As always, clinical decisions should be made in partnership with qualified healthcare professionals.

What if your anxiety, brain fog, or mood swings aren't psychological flaws—but signs of a brain energy crisis? In this episode, we explore Metabolic Psychiatry, insulin resistance, mitochondrial health, and the emerging science behind brain energy metabolism. You'll learn how Metabolic Synchronization—aligning blood sugar, lean muscle mass, and mitochondrial function—may be the missing link to mental clarity, cognitive resilience, and long-term life control. If the brain is an energy system, then reclaiming your mental agency begins with metabolic repair. Let's make sense of it. #MetabolicPsychiatry #BrainEnergy #MentalHealth2026 #InsulinResistance #MitochondrialHealth Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook:  / makessensepodcast ►YouTube:  / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is a low-carb diet bad for your health? A recent New York Times article suggests so, but it leaves out critical context about ketogenic metabolic therapy and the role of metabolic health in chronic disease.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher explains why balanced reporting on low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets truly matters, especially for people with insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, PCOS, fatty liver disease, and many psychiatric conditions. Ketosis isn't simply “eating fewer carbs.” It's a distinct metabolic state that shifts the body's primary fuel source and has documented therapeutic benefits in multiple conditions.In this video, you'll learn:What nutritional ketosis actually is, and how it differs from general healthy eatingWhy, for some individuals, carb quantity matters just as much as carb qualityThe clinical evidence supporting ketogenic therapy for diabetes, PCOS, fatty liver, epilepsy, and mental healthWhile it's true that not everyone needs to follow a low-carb or ketogenic diet, dismissing it without a clinical perspective does a disservice to the many who could benefit.

May and Tim sit down with Nicole Laurent, a licensed mental health counselor who brings a fresh lens to treating psychological conditions through dietary intervention. Nicole walks listeners through why the ketogenic diet — more traditionally linked to seizure control — is gaining traction as a supportive therapy for mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, and brain fog. Through real client experiences and clinical insights, she maps a bridge between metabolic regulation and emotional balance, helping people see food not just as fuel but as a tool for neurological resilience. The conversation weaves practical takeaways — from how ketosis influences brain chemistry to integrating keto with traditional therapy — all while challenging conventional treatment boundaries. GET SOCIAL WITH US!

February is Heart Health Month, making it the perfect time to challenge common misconceptions about diet and cardiovascular health.One claim that always resurfaces? That ketogenic diets are bad for your heart. But when you take a closer look at the science, that assumption simply doesn't hold up.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down the real evidence behind ketogenic diets and cardiovascular risk, addressing:✅ How many “keto” studies don't actually study true ketogenic diets✅ The truth about LDL cholesterol on keto (it doesn't go up for everyone!)✅ Why triglycerides, HDL, insulin, and inflammation may matter more than LDL✅ How keto compares to DASH for blood pressure and metabolic health✅ Why saturated fat from real food behaves differently in the body✅ The critical difference between ultra-processed high-fat/high-carb diets and low-carb, whole-food ketogenic diets

In this powerful interview, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with Dr. Robin Engelhardt, a German researcher and PhD in psychology, who is launching a pilot study investigating ketogenic metabolic therapy as a treatment for PTSD and complex PTSD.Using his own personal experience of healing from PTSD through nutritional ketosis, Dr. Engelhardt is now launching a pilot study to explore whether this approach can help others. His pilot study will test feasibility, safety, and symptom response, paving the way for future randomized controlled trials.

Saturated fat is back in the headlines, and so is the confusion.The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans just dropped, and while there's clear progress (more support for animal-based protein, low-carb options, and reduced sugar), they've kept the 10% cap on saturated fat. But does the science still support that limit, and does it make sense with the rest of the recommendations?In this episode, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down the real story on saturated fat: where the guidelines get it right, where they fall short, and why context is everything when it comes to fat, food, and metabolic health.He covers:✅ The 5 main types of evidence on saturated fat✅ Why source and dietary context matter more than grams✅ What randomized trials, ketogenic studies & LDL data really show✅ The problem with lumping steak and pizza into one category✅ Why blanket limits may harm people trying to improve their metabolic healthThe saturated fat debate isn't just about grams, it's about individual metabolic health. When we zoom out and look at the full picture, it becomes clear that not all saturated fat is created equal. Understanding where it comes from and how it fits into an overall dietary pattern is key to moving the conversation forward.

Dr. Matt Bernstein is a clinical psychiatrist and leading voice in metabolic psychiatry, with 25 years of experience helping people achieve lasting mental health and functional recovery. A Columbia graduate (summa cum laude) and Penn-trained physician, he completed residency at MGH/McLean, where he served as chief resident and later held senior leadership roles. Now Chief Medical Officer at Ellenhorn, he develops innovative, community-based models for mental health care and serves on advisory boards advancing the metabolic psychiatry movement. In this episode, Drs. Tro and Matthew talk about… (00:00) Intro (02:19) How Dr. Matthew found his way into metabolic psychiatry (05:53) Autoimmune encephalitis (09:59) Psychiatric health and the physical body (14:41) Infectious diseases causing psychiatric diseases (18:25) Psychiatric guidelines (23:04) How Dr. Matthew's clinic approaches the treatment of psychiatric disorders from a metabolic health perspective (26:31) How diet effects the brain (29:00) The most amazing case of disease reversal Dr. Matthew has seen recently (34:22) The data on the effectiveness of metabolic psychiatry and why many psychiatrists currently practicing are resistant to it (37:32) The great work being done to heal people at Accord Mental Health (43:27) Outro and plugs For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening! Links: Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/ Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Dr. Matt Bernstein: Accord Mental Health: https://accordmh.com/ Ellenhorn: https://www.ellenhorn.com/ Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://toward.health Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/ Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.  Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://toward.health/community/

Send us a textNatasha Smikles is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode 777 of Boundless Body Radio!Natasha Smikles is a highly skilled Registered Psychiatric Nurse who has been highly involved in the mental health field. With nearly two decades of experience, Natasha worked as a mental health clinician across a variety of care settings.She co-founded DBT Winnipeg and the Mental Health Collective, initiatives dedicated to providing mental health treatment and fostering collaboration among professionals. Natasha holds a Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King's College London and a Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing from Brandon University.In recent years, Natasha has specialized in metabolic therapies for mental health. After successfully using ketogenic metabolic therapy to manage her own ADHD, she integrated these innovative strategies to enhance client outcomes.As a passionate advocate in the field, Natasha is excited to contribute her knowledge and expertise by joining Metabolic Collective. Metabolic Collective is a not-for-profit organization that is building a grassroots, healing-centered community infrastructure that empowers people to adopt metabolic therapies, sustain recovery, and turn personal transformation into collective impact, mobilizing a passionate network of regional advocates to advance metabolic approaches in psychiatry and neurology.Find Natsha at-https://metaboliccollective.org/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

In this special Metabolic Mailbag episode, cardiologist Dr. Bret Scher steps into the hot seat to answer your most pressing questions about ketogenic therapy, heart health, and metabolic markers. Drawing directly from listener questions, this conversation tackles the confusion and concern many people face when lab results change after starting a ketogenic diet.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Matthew Bernstein joins Jodi Duval for a pioneering conversation about the rise of metabolic psychiatry — the intersection of mitochondrial health, nutrition, and brain performance. From ketogenic therapy to personalized mental health biomarkers, this episode offers a radically hopeful perspective on treating conditions like depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Join us as we explore: • What metabolic psychiatry is and why it matters now   • How insulin resistance, inflammation, and mitochondria affect mood and cognition   • Why ketones aren't just fuel — but also powerful brain signals   • Tools like CGMs, RCTs, and the ACCORD program   • Supplements and real-world protocols for psychiatric healing This episode is for you if: • You or someone you love has struggled with medication-resistant mental illness   • You're curious how nutrition and metabolism affect the brain   • You want a psychiatrist's view on keto, CGMs, and continuous feedback   • You believe mental health deserves smarter, not harder solutions You can also find this episode on…   YouTube: https://youtu.be/-B6A63IG9p4 Find more from Dr. Matthew Bernstein:   Accord Program: https://accordmh.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbernsteinmd/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accordmh/ Find more from Smarter Not Harder:   Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=snh_podcast_guest_episode_2025_10&utm_content=podcast_asset Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions Get 10% Off your purchase of the Clinical Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org  Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase with code POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com  Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

New research links chronic stress, brain energy, and psychiatric conditions, including PTSD, depression, and bipolar disorder.Stress doesn't just impact your mood; it affects how your brain allocates energy. In this interview, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dr. Parker Kelly, a postdoctoral fellow at UCSF and the San Francisco VA, to unpack the Allostatic Triage Model of Psychopathology, a new framework proposing that psychiatric symptoms may emerge when the brain is forced to triage limited metabolic resources under chronic stress. Co-authored with mitochondrial researcher Dr. Martin Picard, this model could shift how we understand and treat mental illness.In this conversation, you'll learn:How stress drives brain energy dysfunctionWhy mitochondria and metabolism may be central to mental illnessWhich brain networks are impacted by energy deficitsThe role of predictability and routine in stress resilienceHow metabolic therapies like nutrition, sleep, and even psychedelics, may support brain energy regulationThis conversation bridges neuroscience, metabolism, and mental health, offering a unique and unifying lens on complex psychiatric conditions.

Send us a textDr Erin Bellamy is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode on 732 of BBR!Dr. Erin Louise Bellamy, MHP, is the founder of Integrative Ketogenic Research and Therapies which uses principles of Metabolic Psychiatry to provide remote, highly personalized 1 on 1 metabolic therapy for both psychiatric conditions and overall metabolic health and goes as far as treating psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, as well as overall metabolic health.Dr. Bellamy's mission is to empower individuals with comprehensive education, expert guidance, and consistent support in the understanding and practical application of metabolic interventions, including Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy, to promote enhanced physical and mental well-being.Dr. Bellamy's approach is aimed at increasing the levels of ketones in your body, which are small molecules produced when your body breaks down fat. Ketones have been shown to protect the brain and reduce inflammation and is a method to increase mitochondria and improve metabolic health, which in turn can have positive impacts on both physical and mental well-being.Find Dr. Erin Bellamy at-TW- @IKRT_orgTW- @erinlbellamyIG- @ikrt_orghttps://www.ikrt.org/Email- hello@ikrt.orgFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Health Hacker TIM FERRISS reveals how to naturally calm anxiety, lower stress, balance your nervous system, and boost mental health - without medication. Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, investor, lifestyle guru, and host of The Tim Ferriss Show. He is also the author of 5 #1 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling books, such as: ‘The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich'.  He explains: ◼️Why stimulating the vagus nerve may hold the key to anxiety relief ◼️How HRV became the #1 biomarker he tracks, and how to improve it fast ◼️His go-to 5-day reset protocol for nervous system healing  ◼️What most people get wrong about managing stress, and how to fix it today ◼️The #1 diet mistake that could be fueling your anxiety [00:00] Intro   [02:45] My Mission: Simplify Complex Ideas   [03:36] Framework for Fast Learning   [08:00] Choosing the Right Projects   [10:21] Importance of Small Steps for Big Results [12:46] Why Humans Need Purpose  [15:45] Tim's Sexual Abuse Story [25:48] How People Deal With Trauma   [31:58] Practical Steps to Prevent Suicide   [35:49] Humans Aren't Programmed to Be Alone   [39:18] Accelerated TMS for Depression and Anxiety   [42:45] Metabolic Psychiatry   [44:08] Psychedelic Treatments for Mental Health   [45:38] Vagus Nerve Stimulation   [50:11] Ads   [53:22] The Future of Health: What's Coming Next?   [57:21] What's Guiding You Today?   [59:30] Dating Apps and the Paradox of Choice   [1:02:49] How Would You Spend Your Last Day on Earth?   Follow Tim: Instagram - https://bit.ly/49gqgRc  TikTok - https://bit.ly/4oHX0ro  X - https://bit.ly/4qW09oI  You can purchase Tim's new COYOTE card game, here: https://amzn.to/489NdnV  You can purchase Tim's book, ‘The 4-Hour Work Week', here: https://amzn.to/3LysDoy  Read Tim's deeply personal reflections on suicide, here: https://bit.ly/4i1NnRS  If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. You're not alone. 

Send us a textKristina Cook is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode 837 of Boundless Body Radio!Kristina Cook is a wife and mom of two from Nova Scotia, Canada, whose amazing 11-year-old daughter struggled with ADHD, OCD, & treatment resistant bipolar disorder for six years.Eventually, Kristina started looking outside the conventional medical and mental health systems for answers. This quest led her to MAHA Moms, RFK Jr., Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Chris Palmer, and ultimately conversations about health, food, and politics- topics she never expected to find herself concerned about until now.In understanding the reasons why we are all so sick, she was able to put her daughter's bipolar disorder into remission and have her off all medications within 6 weeks, which turned her entire family's health and lives around in the process.Kristina lives in Nova Scotia with her husband Ryan, her son Noah, her incredible daughter Genevieve and their 2 dogs, where they are living an entirely new life now that bipolar disorder no longer controls their home. She is raising awareness in her online community for safe, clean, whole foods and metabolic therapies, and helping others learn how to adapt from the Standard Western Diet to a whole food and ketogenic diet.Find Kristina at-TW- @KristinaCo9561IG- @thebetterhumansprojectFB- @The Better Humans ProjectNutrition and Mental Illness: An Orthomolecular Approach to Balancing Body Chemistry by Carl C. Pfeiffer Ph.D. M.D.Dr. Casey Means and Calley Means on The Tucker Carlson ShowFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

What does it really look like to heal a serious mental illness with ketogenic therapy?At Metabolic Mind, we often highlight powerful stories of individuals putting serious psychiatric conditions into remission with ketogenic and metabolic therapies. But healing isn't always linear, and it's rarely easy.In this honest and deeply human episode, Dr. Bret Scher and Dr. Georgia Ede sit down with Matt Baszucki and Lauren Kennedy West to explore the real-world challenges of using ketogenic therapies for mental health.Together, they discuss:The emotional and practical realities of tapering psychiatric medicationsNavigating variable ketone levels and the effect on mood, cognition, and stabilityThe stigma around diet and mental illness, and the power of self-trustWhat it takes to sustain long-term lifestyle change (and the benefits of support)How setbacks can become opportunities for growth, resilience, and self-discoveryWhether you're just starting a metabolic therapy or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers validation, insight, and encouragement to keep going — even when the path is hard.

Send us a textDr. Matt Bernstein is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode 747 of Boundless Body Radio!Dr. Matthew Bernstein is Accord's chief executive officer and one of the leading voices in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry. He is a well-respected clinical psychiatrist for more than 25 years.After graduating summa cum laude from Columbia University in New York, N.Y., with a bachelor's degree in English literature, he received his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Bernstein then trained at the MGH McLean Psychiatry Residency Program in Belmont, Mass., where he served as chief resident. He remained at McLean Hospital after residency as a psychiatrist-in-charge and later served as assistant medical director of its schizophrenia and bipolar inpatient program.Dr. Bernstein has developed his passion for community-based care as the chief medical officer at Ellenhorn, a sister program of Accord, where he has pursued alternative ways (such as a focus on metabolism, nutrition, circadian-rhythm biology and exercise) to help individuals achieve their best levels of functioning without relying solely on traditional psychiatric approaches.Central to Accord's mission is the enhancement of metabolic health, recognizing its profound impact on mental well-being. Their focus lies in crafting personalized plans centered around enhancing metabolic health through nutrition, exercise, mind-body practices and circadian rhythm alignment.With a full-time chef at their service, clients not only enjoy expertly prepared meals but also receive hands-on culinary education. Regular consultations with our nutritionist/dietitian ensure that each client's plan is finely tuned to their unique requirements.In addition to serving on the clinical advisory board at Metabolic Mind, Dr. Bernstein is known for organizing the first-ever public conference on metabolic psychiatry in 2023.Find Dr. Matthew Bernstein at-https://accordmh.com/TW- @AccordMetabolicLK- @Accord MHFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

In this episode of the Metabolic Mind podcast, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with L.J. Amaral, a registered dietitian, certified in nutrition oncology, and PhD student researcher at Cedars-Sinai, about where ketogenic therapy may fit into cancer care. Together they emphasize a crucial point: in oncology, we're not just treating the tumor, we're treating the whole person. The quality of life, physical strength, and day-to-day function of patients matter in prognosis.L.J. covers:How shifting fuel toward ketones may influence metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, and even muscle preservation during treatment.Why many tumors crave glucose, and why that matters for dietary strategies.The potential of ketogenic therapy used alongside standard of care (surgery/chemo/radiation), with early signals around feasibility, daily living, and patient well-being.The real-world nuance of responders vs. non-responders, and why personalized coaching is key.How some patients pair fasting windows with treatment, and the practical safeguards to consider.What's next: details on an NIH-funded, multi-center phase 2 trial comparing a ketogenic approach to an American Cancer Society–style diet.Ketogenic therapy in oncology is early but advancing. If you're curious about science-backed nutrition strategies that support both treatment and daily life, this conversation is for you.

Iain Campbell, Ph.D. is a leading voice in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry, exploring how nutrition can transform mental health. His research focuses on how ketogenic interventions may help treat conditions like depression and bipolar disorder. Dr. Campbell is at the forefront of a movement that's redefining how we think about the brain, metabolism, and mental well-being. “We saw in just 8 weeks on a ketogenic diet, 11 to 13% reductions in brain glutamate in patients with bipolar disorder. And as their ketone levels went up, their mental health symptoms went down.”   In this episode, Drs. Brian, Tro, and Iain talk about… (00:00) Intro (07:18) Seasonal variation in mental health conditions (10:32) Mental health and energy (12:21) Hypomania and self-awareness (15:27) Issues with traditional treatment for bipolar disorder (19:04) Anti-psychotic medication and metabolic health (27:34) The keto diet, gut health, and psychiatric health (37:05) Neurotransmitters (38:11) Iain's personal experience with bipolar and therapies that work for him (44:27) Searching for the root cause of mental illness (47:15) The ketogenic diet for bipolar (53:36) Vitamins and supplements for cognitive and psychiatric disorders (56:13) Outro   For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!   Links:   Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/   Resources Mentioned in this Episode:     Iain Campbell, Ph.D.: X: https://x.com/IainCampbellPhD?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ketobipolar Metabolic Mind: https://www.metabolicmind.org/thinksmart/explore-strategies/iain-campbell/ Podcast:   Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author   Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://www.doctortro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/   Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://doctortro.com/community/ 

The EAT-Lancet Commission recently released their updated "Planetary Health Diet" and preemptively labeled a number of health experts who pushed back as “mis-influencers.”Dr. Georgia Ede was one of those health experts labeled and in this episode of the Metabolic Mind podcast, she joins Dr. Bret Scher to unpack the many flaws of the EAT-Lancet 2.0 report.In this episode, you'll learn about:The deep flaws in claiming a one-size-fits-all solution to diet and planetary health.EAT-Lancet's heavy reliance on weak epidemiological dataIts open acknowledgment of nutrient deficiencies in the EAT-Lancet diet and who is most at riskWhy animal-sourced foods are beneficial for our health—especially for brain healthHow ideology and influence may be driving public health messagingDr. Ede's response to being labeled a “mis-influencer”At Metabolic Mind, we believe optimal human nutrition begins with asking the right scientific questions—starting with what's healthiest for the brain and body, then considering sustainable solutions.Human and planetary health are too complex for one-size-fits-all solutions—and if such a diet existed, we wouldn't uncover it through untested epidemiological guesswork.Expert Featured:Dr. Georgia EdeWebsite: https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/Book: https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/change-your-diet-change-your-mindYouTube: ‪@GeorgiaEdeMD‬X: https://xResources MentionedEat LancetFree CME Clinician Trainings:Are you a clinician who would like to learn more about the science behind these therapies and how to implement them in practice? Earn CME with our growing library of courses from some of the top experts in the field including Dr. Chris Palmer, Dr. Georgia Ede, Dr. Matthew Bernstein and Dr. Bret Scher with more coming soon.Our courses have been made FREE by grants from Baszucki Group, so we can spread these powerful therapies as widely as possible. Earn CME/CNE credits:https://www.metabolicmind.org/for-clinicians/trainings-courses/?utm_medium=organic-social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=cme-ytFollow our channel for more information and education from Bret Scher, MD, FACC, including interviews with leading experts in Metabolic Psychiatry.Learn more about metabolic psychiatry and find helpful resources at https://metabolicmind.org/About us:Metabolic Mind is a non-profit initiative of Baszucki Group working to transform the study and treatment of mental disorders by exploring the connection between metabolism and brain health. We leverage the science of metabolic psychiatry and personal stories to offer education, community, and hope to people struggling with mental health challenges and those who care for them.Our channel is for informational purposes only. We are not providing individual or group medical or healthcare advice nor establishing a provider-patient relationship. Many of the interventions we discuss can have dramatic or potentially dangerous effects if done without proper supervision. Consult your healthcare provider before changing your lifestyle or medications.

In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine podcast, host Dr. Ronald Hoffman discusses the increasing prevalence of depression and anxiety, particularly among young people, with guest Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative Medicine physician, researcher, and best-selling author. They explore potential causes, including societal factors, diet, sleep patterns, and the fear-inducing media environment. Dr. Teitelbaum shares insights from his expertise in both conventional and integrative medicine, emphasizing the role of nutritional support, such as magnesium, B vitamins, and curcumin, as well as the importance of psychological strategies, biophysical techniques like shaking off trauma, and natural remedies. They also delve into the potential benefits of alternative therapies like CBD, ketamine, and psychedelics for mental health conditions. Listeners are encouraged to consider a comprehensive approach to managing these pervasive mental health issues.

Dr. Hoffman continues his interview with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative Medicine physician, researcher, and best-selling author.

Mark Ennis's story reads like a medical impossibility, yet it's devastatingly real. From a 44-pound anorexic teenager whose heart stopped, to a 300-pound rugby player, to a suicidal man contemplating driving into a pole at 120 mph—his journey through the extremes of human suffering culminates in one of the most powerful testimonies about the connection between diet and mental health you'll ever hear.In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Mark shares how three days on a carnivore diet eliminated decades of depression, eating disorders, and suicidal thoughts. He reveals why he burned his nutrition certificates, how the medical system failed him repeatedly, and why he believes food addiction is behind the mental health crisis plaguing our world.This isn't just another diet success story. It's a window into how our modern food environment creates the very problems our healthcare system claims to treat. Mark's transformation from a broken man to a thriving carnivore coach offers hope for anyone trapped in cycles of depression, eating disorders, or metabolic dysfunction.Dr. Philip Ovadia and Jack Heald guide this profound discussion about the emerging science connecting metabolic health to mental wellness, the institutional barriers preventing this information from reaching those who need it most, and practical steps for anyone ready to reclaim their life through ancestral nutrition.BIG IDEAWithin three days, my mental health issues were gone, my digestive issues were gone, I was more alert, I wasn't tired anymore, I had more energy—I was like, oh my God, this is insane.Contact Mark EnnisWebsite: https://fitnessbeyondtime01.com/Special Audience Giveaway:  •5 Steps to Reclaim Your Energy and Health with Keto-Carnivore•https://fitnessbeyondtime01.com/Social Media:      •Instagram - @fitnessbeyondtime01Previous Podcasts: •Command Your Brand Show•The Low Carb Hustle Podcast w/ Nate Palmer•Boundless Body Radio w/ Bethany and Casey Ruff•Carnivore Conversations LIVESend Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table. Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk.Stay Off My Operating Table on X: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

Ketogenic therapy is a powerful tool for weight loss. But not everyone who cuts carbs is able to achieve their goal weight and metabolic health goals. Could GLP-1s offer the missing piece when low-carb and clean eating aren't quite enough?In this episode of the Metabolic Mind Podcast, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dr. Shannon Robinson, a board-certified psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist, to explore this overlooked population who could benefit most from GLP-1s. Drawing from both her personal journey and clinical practice, Dr. Robinson highlights why lifestyle alone isn't always enough, and how medications can sometimes be life-changing.In this conversation, you'll learn:✅ Why GLP-1s may help patients already following strict low-carb or carnivore diets✅ How keto (and GLP-1s) are beneficial for weight loss and addiction✅ The parallels between GLP-1s and addiction medicine✅ Real-world insights on side effects, dosing, and the impact of GLP-1s on muscle✅ Advice for people starting GLP-1 medications✅ Why controlling GLP-1 dose is importantFor many, food and lifestyle changes unlock better health. But when life's stressors and personal biology create roadblocks, other tools may be able to help. As Dr. Robinson highlights, GLP-1s aren't a replacement for a healthy lifestyle, but when strategically used in combination with lifestyle changes, they can be a key to success for many people.

Ketogenic therapy for mental illness is gaining attention, with more and more patients looking to incorporate this strategy into their care plan.The problem is that sometimes patients struggle to find providers to help them and providers often lack the expertise and confidence to prescribe this strategy.These issues led to a light bulb moment for Dr. Kelly, “We've got to capacity build, we have to figure this out.”In this interview, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with Deanna Kelly, PharmD, internationally recognized for her work in schizophrenia, psychiatric pharmacology, and metabolic health, who is now pioneering an innovative project of her own called Live it, Launch it.This first-of-its-kind study is Dr. Kelly's brainchild, designed to train clinicians through direct experience in an effort to increase clinical expertise in metabolic and ketogenic therapies. Participants don't just learn the science, they actually live a ketogenic diet themselves, gaining confidence, competence, and practical insight to better guide patients struggling with psychiatric disorders.In this interview, you'll discover:Why so many families are searching for trained ketogenic therapy cliniciansWhy personal experience may be the missing link in clinical adoptionThe potential widespread clinical impact of Live it, Launch it.The potential of ketogenic therapy alongside medications like GLP-1sAn update on Dr. Kelly's in-patient ketogenic therapy for schizophrenia studyBy training clinicians to live it before they launch it, this study could change how psychiatric care is delivered, and help meet the growing demand for clinical guidance in ketogenic therapy.Expert Featured:Dr. Deanna KellyDirector of the Maryland Psychiatric Research CenterX: https://x.com/profdeannakResources Mentioned:Why Did the Maryland Health Department Halt a Critical Schizophrenia Study?https://youtu.be/tzPlQ6dJwe8Stanford Study Shows Promise of Ketohttps://www.metabolicmind.org/trials/featured/stanford-study-shows-promise-of-keto/Free CME Clinician Trainings:Are you a clinician who would like to learn more about the science behind these therapies and how to implement them in practice? Earn CME with our growing library of courses from some of the top experts in the field including Dr. Chris Palmer, Dr. Georgia Ede, Dr. Matthew Bernstein and Dr. Bret Scher with more coming soon.Our courses have been made FREE by grants from Baszucki Group, so we can spread these powerful therapies as widely as possible. Earn CME/CNE credits:https://www.metabolicmind.org/for-clinicians/trainings-courses/?utm_medium=organic-social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=cme-ytFollow our channel for more information and education from Bret Scher, MD, FACC, including interviews with leading experts in Metabolic Psychiatry.Learn more about metabolic psychiatry and find helpful resources at https://metabolicmind.org/About us:Metabolic Mind is a non-profit initiative of...

For too long, psychiatry has treated mental illness as if it lives only in the brain. But what if the real story begins in the body? My guest today, Dr. Shebani Sethi, is a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford and founding director of the Metabolic Psychiatry Program, the first clinic to unite psychiatry with nutrition and metabolism. On this revealing episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, we explore how shifts in metabolism affect the brain and why this whole-body lens could transform how we prevent, understand, and treat mental health. Watch the full conversation on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. We discuss: • How to recognize metabolic red flags behind mood and focus • Tests you can ask for to uncover hidden drivers of mental health • Everyday steps to restore brain energy and resilience • Foods and nutrients that calm inflammation and support cognition Dr. Shebani Sethi coined the term Metabolic Psychiatry, capturing what I've long believed and explored: that mental health begins in the body. Embracing this shift could reshape how we treat the mind and how we live each day. View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Health https://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Results https://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by Big Bold Health, Sunlighten, Function Health, Paleovalley, Timeline and AirDoctor. Get 30% off HTB Immune Energy Chews at bigboldhealth.com and use code DRMARK30. Visit sunlighten.com and save up to $1400 on your purchase with code HYMAN. Join today at FunctionHealth.com/Mark and use code HYMAN100 to get $100 toward your membership. Get nutrient-dense, whole foods. Head to paleovalley.com/hyman for 15% off your first purchase. Support essential mitochondrial health and save 10% on Mitopure. Visit timeline.com/drhyman to get 10% off today. Get cleaner air. Right now, you can get up to $300 off at airdoctorpro.com/drhyman.

Dr. Ryan Patel, senior staff psychiatrist at The Ohio State University, shares a practical, evidence-based roadmap for helping young adults thrive during the most turbulent years of brain and behavior development.Across this deep dive, Dr. Patel explains why 18–24-year-olds are a distinct clinical population and how day-to-day habits can make or break academic performance, quality of life, and long-term health. He also discusses his work on the KIND Trial (Ketogenic Intervention in Depression) and how those results can help to inform care.In this conversation, Dr. Patel shares:Why college students require a different clinical lensAn overview of his five high-impact interventions: sleep, nutrient-dense nutrition, physical activity, mindful tech use, and stress managementHow lifestyle factors drive anxiety, depression, and dropout risk (and how to reverse course)Practical ways campuses and clinicians can scale preventionInsights from the KIND Trial: feasibility of ketosis in students and notable mood improvementsWhen and how to consider ketogenic therapy alongside standard care for depression

Many psychiatric labels—like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia—can obscure underlying biology, and symptom checklists often fail to explain or heal what's really going on. Emerging evidence reframes mental illness as a problem of brain energy, mitochondria, and inflammation—shaped by insulin signaling, circadian rhythm disruption, the gut–brain axis, toxins, infections, and nutrient status. Metabolic interventions such as ketogenic nutrition, already established for epilepsy, show promise for rebalancing neurotransmitters, lowering neuroinflammation, and improving overall brain function. With depression now a leading cause of disability, shifting from “manage the symptoms” to “fix the biology” could dramatically improve outcomes where standard drugs fall short. In this episode, Dr. Christopher Palmer, Dr. Todd LePine, Dr. Iain Campbell and I explore how rethinking mental illness as a metabolic and inflammatory disorder of the brain—rather than just a chemical imbalance—could transform the treatment and prevention of conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Dr. Chris Palmer is a psychiatrist and researcher working at the interface of metabolism and mental health. He is the Director of the Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education at McLean Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. For over 25 years, he has held leadership roles in psychiatric education, conducted research, and worked with people who have treatment-resistant mental illnesses. He has been pioneering the use of the medical ketogenic diet in the treatment of psychiatric disorders - conducting research in this area, treating patients, writing, and speaking around the world on this topic. More broadly, he is interested in the roles of metabolism and metabolic interventions on brain health. Dr. Todd LePine graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, specializing in Integrative Functional Medicine. He is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Prior to joining The UltraWellness Center, he worked as a physician at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA, for 10 years. Dr. LePine's focus at The UltraWellness Center is to help his patients achieve optimal health and vitality by restoring the natural balance to both the mind and the body. His areas of interest include optimal aging, bio-detoxification, functional gastrointestinal health, systemic inflammation, autoimmune disorders, and the neurobiology of mood and cognitive disorders.  Dr. lain Campbell is the first academic research fellow to specialise in Metabolic Psychiatry as the Baszucki Research Fellow in Metabolic Psychiatry at the University of Edinburgh. He has a PhD in Global Health from the University of Edinburgh and is a principal investigator on a pilot trial of a ketogenic diet for bipolar disorder. He is a workstream lead and co-investigator on the first publicly funded research hub for Metabolic Psychiatry, the UKRI Medical Research Council Hub for Metabolic Psychiatry at the University of Edinburgh. His research in metabolic psychiatry has been published in Nature press journals Molecular Psychiatry and Translational Psychiatry and presented at Mayo Clinic Grand Rounds and The Royal College of Psychiatrists International Congress.  This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use code HYMAN to save 15%. Full-length episodes can be found here:A Harvard Psychiatrist Rethinks Mental Health As A Metabolic Disease Is Brain Inflammation The Cause of Depression, Dementia, ADD, And Autism? A Functional Medicine Approach To Neuroinflammation Is Bipolar Disorder Really a Diet Problem?

A groundbreaking study from The Ohio State University shows that ketogenic therapy may dramatically reduce symptoms of major depression in college students.In this interview, study research leads Dr. Jeff Volek and Drew Decker break down the results:100% of participants responded69-71% improvements in depression scoresImprovements in cognitive performance, body composition, and metabolic healthNo relapsesDr. Volek has decades of experience conducting research on ketogenic therapy. The Volek Low Carbohydrate Laboratory is one of the best in the game at conducting quality ketogenic science. In this interview Dr. Volek and Drew also cover:The feasibility of ketogenic therapy in college studentsHow student participants were supportedWhat the next steps are for researchAs evidence for metabolic psychiatry increases, let's not forget ketogenic therapy's roots in pediatric epilepsy. We know a ketogenic diet can be beneficial to our youth and we need more research like this to help pave the way for better youth mental health outcomes.

Joanna Moncrieff is a British psychiatrist and academic. She is Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London and a member of the Critical Psychiatry Network. She is the author of The Myth of the Chemical Cure and The Bitterest Pills, which are considered central texts in the critical psychiatry movement. Moncrieff is critical of mainstream psychiatry's medical model of mental illness. Professor Moncrief's 2022 paper in molecular psychiatry didn't just make waves, it created a tsunami. Leading a systemic review of five decades of research, she and her team definitively demonstrated what no one had dared to state so clearly that there's no convincing evidence that depression is caused by a serotonin imbalance or any chemical imbalance at all. This paper became one of the most widely read scientific papers in modern history, ranking in the top 5 % of all research ever tracked. The world took notice because the world needed to know. Her groundbreaking new book, Chemically Imbalanced, The Making and Unmaking of the Serotonin Myth, meticulously documents how an entire medical narrative was constructed without scientific foundation marketed to billions and defended by institutions that should know better.https://joannamoncrieff.com/2022 paper in molecular psychiatry on Serotonin Chemically Imbalanced: The Making and Unmaking of the Serotonin Myth Dr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here

Are ultra-processed foods really the villain, or is the story more complicated? In this lively, no-nonsense conversation, endocrinologist Dr. David Ludwig (of Harvard and Boston Children's Hospital) and journalist Gary Taubes unpack why “UPF” is an enticing label but a blunt tool for science, policy, and everyday guidance.They cover:Why defining “ultra-processed” is messy, and how lumping diverse packaged foods into one bucket can mislead.How high-profile trials are interpreted (and misinterpreted), from short study durations to dropout bias and carryover effects.The role of bias and confirmation bias in nutrition research and media narratives.Where the debate should go next: moving beyond slogans toward mechanisms like how carbohydrate processing affects blood sugar and insulin.What to do in the meantime: clearer study design, healthier discourse, and pragmatic takeaways people can use now.In this conversation, you'll hear sharp disagreements, candid critiques, and concrete suggestions for doing better science. Plus a spirited back-and-forth on what “good evidence” should look like and how individuals, clinicians, and policymakers can each act on different standards of proof.What's at stake isn't academic nitpicking; it's policy decisions, headlines, and, ultimately, what lands on your plate.

What happens when someone living in and out of homelessness, battling schizophrenia, and cycling through hospitals and medications discovers ketogenic therapy?In this powerful interview, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with registered nutritional therapist Moira Newiss about one of the most remarkable published case reports to date.Despite overwhelming socioeconomic challenges, including periods of living in shelters and cooking on nothing more than a hot plate, this individual achieved sustained ketosis on a simple, affordable carnivore-based ketogenic diet.The result? His schizophrenia and psychosis went into remission.In the interview, Moira shares:The details of his journey from homelessness and hospitalization to stabilityThe simple, affordable foods he used to stay in ketosisThe barriers he faced, from relapse cycles to limited resourcesWhy this case matters for clinicians, researchers, and anyone seeking hope in the face of serious mental illnessThis case is more than a single success story, it challenges assumptions about what's possible with nutrition, even under the hardest circumstances. For someone who had been deeply embedded in psychiatric care in the UK and not improving on conventional treatment, ketogenic therapy offered a turning point.

Could tackling visceral fat be the key to finally reversing the chronic disease crisis?Unlike the fat you see on your waistline, visceral fat hides deep inside your body, wrapping around organs like your liver, pancreas, and even your heart. And far from being inert, this fat acts like an inflammatory organ, fueling disease, undermining your immune system, and raising the risk of diabetes, cancer, and heart attacks.In this interview, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dr. Sean O'Mara, a physician with an extraordinary background (from undercover narcotics agent to Army ER doctor) who has spent over a decade studying visceral fat.Dr. O'Mara explains:

Send us a textRachel Frase is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode 767 of Boundless Body Radio, recorded with Dr. Lori Calabrase!Rachel Frase is a practicing registered dietitian in Connecticut with 13 years' experience, who began her career working as a clinical dietitian in the traditional healthcare model, and has spent her last 8 years working with patients to prevent and reverse chronic metabolic conditions.She spent several years in the medical weight loss field, guiding patients with nutritional and lifestyle changes to support and maintain weight loss as well as improve metabolic markers, and the last couple years using tailored ketogenic diets in a metabolic psychiatry practice.Her journey with her own GI issues that could not be resolved by traditional medicine led her down the rabbit holes of diet and lifestyle, as she was determined to get her health and quality of life back. It led her to peel back the layers of what true human nutrition really is and how it heals.She enjoys living an active life and getting outdoors as much as possible. She participates in a variety of activities, currently including running in a club called the Run 169 Towns Society where the goal is to run a race in every town in Connecticut, open water swimming, and hiking with her husband at national park sites.Find Rachel Frase RD-N at-https://www.loricalabresemd.com/http://touchpoints180.org/IG- @rf_nutritionLK- @Rachel Frase RDFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Nicole Laurent, MA, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor, nonprofit founder of Brain Fog Recovery Source, and clinical innovator in metabolic psychiatry. Nicole specializes in the targeted use of ketogenic metabolic therapy (KMT) to achieve remission in psychiatric disorders traditionally labeled treatment resistant. Through her clinical practice, peer reviewed articles, educational blog, continuing education programs for psychotherapy professionals, and nonprofit initiatives, Nicole challenges conventional psychiatric paradigms and increases access to evidence based ketogenic interventions for low income and government disabled populations globally. She reframes how mental health clinicians conceptualize and implement treatments, moving the field toward genuine remission and improved patient outcomes. Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:31 Introduction 06:15 Nutrition's role in chronic disease  10:25 Effect of supportive guidance on health outcomes 14:00 Challenges of deprescribing medications 17:13 Transdiagnostic mental health intervention 20:14 Ketogenic diet in metabolic psychiatry 22:49 Dietary consultation  27:47 Psychotherapy and ethics 29:48 Metabolic psychiatry's growing influence 32:22 Nonprofit expands treatment access 38:27 Personal experience fuels advocacy 41:22 Inpatient support for mental illness 44:17 Where to find Nicole Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthketo/ X: https://x.com/KetoCounselor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nicolelaurentLMHC Other: https://mentalhealthketo.com/brain-fog-recovery-source-501c3/ Website: https://www.every.org/brain-fog-recovery-source/f/metabolic-psychiatric Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

Dr. Shebani Sethi is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and founder of the first academic Metabolic Psychiatry program. Board-certified in both Psychiatry and Obesity Medicine, she bridges the gap between mental health and metabolic health—an approach she calls Metabolic Psychiatry. Dr. Sethi trained at Stanford, Duke, and Johns Hopkins, with expertise in eating disorders, nutrition, and obesity. Her groundbreaking research explores ketogenic and metabolic interventions for serious mental illnesses like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. A recipient of multiple national awards, Dr. Sethi is a leading voice in rethinking how we treat the mind and body—together. In this episode, Drs. Tro, Laura, and Shebani talk about… (00:00) Intro (03:01) What Metabolic Psychiatry is (03:50) Recent research studying the links between diet and mental health (07:01) The state of food addiction research (12:57) How we can help others understand and accept the reality of food addiction (19:23) The modern processed food epidemic (23:42) The data from recent studies on how the keto diet reduces binge eating and food addiction symptoms (24:53) The latest paper worked on by Dr. Tro, Dr. Laura, and Dr. Shebani looking at the impact of various dietary approaches on binge eating and food addiction symptoms (29:40) How important social support is in reducing food addiction symptoms (33:18) In what sense food can be considered an addictive substance (36:02) Dr. Shebani's personal diet (37:22) Parting words of wisdom for anyones struggling with food addiction or obesity (39:07) Which interventions Dr. Shebani has found most effective for  For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening! Links: Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/ Our new peer-reviewed study on food addiction and binge eating was just published! CHECK IT OUT:  https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1612551/full Dr. Shebani Sethi: X: https://x.com/shebanimd?lang=en Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://www.doctortro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/ Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.  Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://doctortro.com/community/ 

My guest is Dr. Mark Hyman, M.D., a physician and world leader in the field of functional medicine. We discuss a systems-based framework for diagnosing and treating the root causes of disease, rather than simply managing symptoms. We also cover cutting-edge health and longevity tools such as peptides, NAD/NMN, exosomes, proactive blood testing and cancer screening, as well as nutrition, supplementation, detoxification, and strategies for addressing specific diseases and health challenges. This discussion will benefit anyone seeking to improve their vitality or combat specific health concerns. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Joovv: https://joovv.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman ROKA: https://roka.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Mark Hyman 00:01:48 Functional Medicine, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Mercury; Systems Medicine 00:08:51 Metabolic Psychiatry; Medicine, Creating Health vs Treating Disease 00:12:19 Sponsors: Joovv & Eight Sleep 00:15:06 Wholistic View of Body, Root Causes 00:19:48 Medicine & Research; “Exposome”, Impediments & Ingredients for Health, Whole Foods 00:26:30 Seed Oils, Starch & Sugar, Ultra-Processed Foods; Obesity Rise 00:36:27 Sponsors: Function & ROKA 00:40:05 Tool: Ingredients for Health, Personalization; Multimodal Approach 00:46:25 Essential Supplements, Omega-3s, Vitamin D3, Multivitamin, Iodine, Methylated B12 00:56:54 Supplements & Traditional Medicine; Limited Budget & Nutrition 01:02:54 Air, Tool: Air Filters; Tap Water Filter; Tool: Health, Expense & Whole Foods 01:09:03 Food Industrialization, Processed Foods 01:14:23 Sponsor: AG1 01:16:18 Declining American Health & Nutrition, Politics, MAHA 01:26:03 Toxins, Food Additives, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) 01:29:25 SNAP Program & Soda, Food Industry & Lobbying 01:36:58 Big Food, Company Consolidation, Nutrition Labels 01:44:21 GLP-1 Agonists, Doses, Risks; Food as Medicine, Ketogenic Diet 01:51:29 Cancer, Diets & Alcohol 01:54:03 Blood Markers, ApoB, Cholesterol, Tool: Test Don't Guess, Individualization 02:02:54 Mercury; Tool: Detoxification, Sulforaphane, N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) 02:04:56 Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals, Fertility, Tool: Hormone Panels; Heavy Metals 02:11:36 Upregulate Detox Pathways, Gut Cleanse, Tools: Cilantro Juice, Fiber 02:17:08 Peptides, PT-141 (Vyleesi), BPC-157, Thymosin Alpha-1; Risks, Cycling 02:22:03 Cancer Screening, Data & Personalized Health; Alzheimer's Disease 02:30:45 Longevity Switches, NAD, NMN; Exosomes, Stem Cells 02:39:50 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures