Podcasts about metabolic psychiatry

Can ketogenic therapy help reduce or even resolve symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)? Dr. Chris Palmer and research assistant Aaron MacDonald join Metabolic Mind to discuss one of the first published case series exploring metabolic and ketogenic interventions for OCD. In this video, you'll learn: - Why OCD deserves more attention as a serious, life-limiting condition - How three individuals saw dramatic symptom relief using a therapeutic ketogenic diet - What role ketosis may play in symptom reduction and why results varied from two weeks to a full year - The potential mechanisms behind metabolic therapies and brain energy metabolism - Why more research, including randomized controlled trials, is urgently needed This conversation is especially valuable for clinicians, patients, and families seeking new approaches for treatment-resistant OCD. It also touches on broader implications of metabolic health across a range of mental illnesses, including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, and the importance of supervised, individualized treatment plans. Hear how both guests bring personal experience with OCD into their research, and why they're hopeful this work will pave the way for better, much-needed options in mental health care. Experts Featured:- Dr. Chris Palmer, MD Website - https://chrispalmermd.com - Book: https://brainenergy.com - Aaron John MacDonald, research assistant in the Metabolic and Mental Health Program at McLean Hospital Follow 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.orgAbout 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.

Can ketogenic therapy improve both cardiovascular and mental health? A new study at Mayo Clinic is exploring that question—and during Mental Health Awareness Month, it's especially exciting to see one of the world's most prestigious medical institutions investigating the connection between ketogenic therapy and psychiatric care. This research marks a powerful full-circle moment: the ketogenic diet was first used to treat epilepsy at Mayo Clinic over 100 years ago.In this episode, we sit down with two leading physician-scientists from Mayo Clinic: Dr. Mark A. Frye (Psychiatry) and Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez (Preventive Cardiology). Together, they explore how nutrition—particularly ketogenic therapy—can play a role in treating bipolar disorder, improving cardiovascular health, and addressing shared metabolic pathways that impact both heart and brain health.In this interview, you'll learn:Why Mayo Clinic is investing in research on ketogenic interventions for bipolar disorderThe potential shared mechanisms between mood disorders and cardiovascular diseaseWhat "precision nutrition" really means and why one-size-fits-all diets may not workHow Mayo researchers are using advanced cardiovascular testing to monitor safetyWhy implementation science is key to bringing dietary interventions into clinical careThis conversation bridges disciplines and opens the door to new, integrated approaches to mental and metabolic health. Watch now and discover how this groundbreaking research is challenging old paradigms and paving the way for better care.Expert Featured:Mark Frye, MDFrancisco Lopez-Jimenez, MD, MSOther Resources Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and cognitive decline should not be inevitable parts of aging. In this interview, Dr. Lily Mujica-Parodi and Dr. Kirk Nylen join Dr. Bret Scher to discuss groundbreaking research revealing a key metabolic midlife marker of accelerated cognitive decline and a potential solution for slowing it.In this interview, you'll learn:Why brain network stability rapidly declines in midlifeHow insulin resistance in neurons may be the early driver of neurodegenerationThe critical age window where metabolic interventions could have the biggest impactWhy ketones (from diet or supplementation) may restore brain function and slow cognitive declineHow lifestyle choices like diet and exercise can help protect your brain, long before symptoms ariseIf you're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and want to understand how to protect long-term brain health, this episode is for you. Dr. Mujica-Parodi also explains the concept of “control circuits” in physiology and how destabilization can trigger a cascade of disease. Plus, we cover the role of exogenous ketones vs. ketogenic diet and the future of brain health screening.Watch to find out how you can act now, before symptoms appear, to give your brain the best shot at staying resilient and sharp for decades to come.Expert Featured:Dr. Lily Mujica-Parodi, PhDDr. Kirk Nylen, PhDResources Mentioned:Dr. Mujica-Parodi's websitewww.LCneuro.orgBrain aging shows nonlinear transitions, suggesting a midlife “critical window” for metabolic interventionhttps://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2416433122Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

Dr. Georgia Ede, MD, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and leading voice in the field of metabolic psychiatry discusses how ketogenic and carnivore diets are transforming the way we treat mental illness. We dive into: - Why traditional psychiatry often fails to deliver lasting results - How ketosis can eliminate symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and even schizophrenia - The science behind metabolic psychiatry - How to successfully adopt a carnivore diet for mental health - What to do if you fall off track Dr. Ede shares clinical insights, personal stories, and practical tips to help anyone struggling with their mental health explore a powerful new paradigm for healing. Don't miss this conversation that could change – or save – a life!

Mitochondria do more than power our cells: they shape how we think, feel, and experience the world. In this interview, Dr. Martin Picard breaks down his new research that illuminates how mitochondria affect brain energy, brain networks, mental health, and ultimately, our quality of life.Dr. Picard walks us through his team's revolutionary brain mapping study, which examined over 700 sections of the human brain to uncover how mitochondria are distributed and specialized by brain region and cell type. The results have profound implications for how we understand, cognitive decline, and psychiatric disorders like depression bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.In this episode, you'll learn:Why mitochondrial health is essential for brain functionHow different brain regions rely on different types of mitochondriaWhy people respond so differently to the same metabolic dysfunctionHow future scans and biomarkers could help us measure brain energy non-invasivelyWhat it means to think of ourselves as “energetic beings” rather than just biological machinesWhen it comes to metabolic psychiatry, mitochondria are a key player. This research is a huge step towards better understanding these tiny organelles and the role they play in mental health and cognitive function.Expert Featured:Dr. Martin Picardx.com/MitoPsychoBiopicardlab.orgResources Mentioned:Three Ways to Keep Your Mitochondria Healthyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3dhmMcj17w&t=159sA human brain map of mitochondrial respiratory capacity and diversityhttps://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-08740-6CMEs Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life's Best Medicine. Dr Erin Louise Bellamy founded Integrative Ketogenic Research and Therapies which uses principles of Metabolic Psychiatry to provide remote, highly personalized 1:1 Metabolic Therapy for both psychiatric conditions and overall metabolic health. Dr. Erin Bellamy has a PhD in Psychology, specializing in Ketogenic Diets & Depression from the University of East London. She also has an MSc in Psychiatric Research from the Institute of Psychiatry at King's College London. She is a Chartered Psychologist, an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and an accredited member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners. In this episode, Drs. Brian and Erin talks about… (00:00) Intro (06:32) The history of research on metabolic therapies for the treatment of schizophrenia (11:46) Tracing the root cause of cognitive diseases to metabolic dysfunction and emotional/relational dysfunction (18:30) The incredible mood improvement and mental stability benefits of following a ketogenic diet (20:53) What factors may interfere with someone's experiencing all the benefits of the ketogenic diet (30:47) The power of community and emotional support (38:00) How to get back on the wagon when you've fallen off (44:43) Why cravings start to cease as you stay consistent with a keto diet (47:22) Dr. Erin's research on the ketogenic diet and its impact on various disorders (01:07:49) Outro and plugs For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!   Links:   Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Dr. Erin Bellamy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinlouisebellamy/ X: https://x.com/erinlbellamy Integrative Ketogenic Research & Therapies: https://www.ikrt.org   Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Arizona Metabolic Health: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Low Carb MD Podcast: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/   HLTH Code: HLTH Code Promo Code: METHEALTH • • HLTH Code Website: https://gethlth.com

Creatine isn't just for gym gains, it supports your brain too!Creatine is best known for boosting physical performance, but research has also identified its ability to improve areas of cognitive function like memory and mood.Research suggests that when creatine is used alongside first-line treatments, like antidepressants and CBT, it may enhance therapeutic outcomes, leading to faster and more robust improvements in symptoms.In this interview, Dr. Nick Fabiano, a psychiatry resident and researcher at the University of Ottawa, joins Metabolic Mind to explore the emerging evidence behind creatine as a potential tool for improving mood and supporting mental health.In this episode we dive into:What creatine is and how it works in the body and brainThe growing body of research linking creatine to improvements in depression symptomsHow creatine may enhance energy metabolism in the brain—a key focus of metabolic psychiatryIts synergy with other treatments, including SSRIs and cognitive behavioral therapyPractical considerations around dosing, diet, and safetyThe difference between dietary and supplemental creatineCreatine & sleep deprivationCreatine is a well-studied, widely available supplement, and its low risk profile makes it an intriguing candidate for further exploration in psychiatric care. While more research is needed, this conversation is a hopeful and informed look at a promising metabolic intervention.Expert Featured:Dr. Nick FabianoX: https://x.com/NTFabiano?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^authorResources Mentioned:Dietary creatine intake and depression risk among U.S. adultshttps://doi.org/10.1038/s41398-020-0741-xA Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of Oral Creatine Monohydrate Augmentation for Enhanced Response to a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor in Women With Major Depressive Disorderhttps://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ajp.2012.12010009Efficacy and safety profile of oral creatine monohydrate in add-on to cognitive-behavioural therapy in depression: An 8-week pilot, double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled feasibility and exploratory trial in an under-resourced areahttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.euroneuro.2024.10.004CMEs Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

The first-ever clinical trial of ketogenic therapy for pediatric bipolar disorder is now enrolling.In March, we announced two new initiatives funded by the Baszucki Group aiming to explore ketogenic metabolic therapy in pediatric bipolar patients.The first major initiative—now actively enrolling participants—is a multi-site clinical trial conducted by four institutions within the Baszucki Group-funded Child and Adolescent Bipolar Network (CABIN): the UCLA Semel Institute, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.In this video, Dr. David Miklowitz, a renowned expert in adolescent bipolar disorder and the study's lead investigator, joins Dr. Bret Scher to discuss the new trial.As a Professor of Psychiatry at the UCLA Semel Institute and Senior Clinical Research Fellow at Oxford University, Dr. Miklowitz brings decades of insight to the discussion. Together, they explore the design and objectives of this groundbreaking study and share how families in Los Angeles, Cincinnati, Denver, and Pittsburgh can take part in this important research effort aimed at transforming outcomes for young people living with bipolar disorder.In this interview you'll learn:✅ The challenges of diagnosing bipolar disorder in kids and teens✅ How family involvement impacts long-term outcomes✅ Why standard treatment approaches may not always work for adolescents✅ The potential benefits of ketogenic therapy as an adjunctive treatmentFor those interested in enrolling in the study, visit the link below to learn more about the study, the participant criteria, and how to enroll!https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06920940?term=miklowitz&rank=1Expert Featured:Dr. David Miklowitzhttps://www.uclahealth.org/providers/david-miklowitzResources Mentioned:Living Well with Bipolar Disorder by Dr. David MiklowitzCMEs Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

What if your anxiety, brain fog, or mood swings aren't in your mind... but in your mitochondria? I know—that sounds wild. But in this jaw-dropping episode of Love, Happiness & Success, I'm talking with Dr. Bret Scher about something that completely changed the way I think about mental health: Metabolic Psychiatry. We dive into the cutting-edge (but surprisingly old!) science behind mind and energy psychiatry  that connects mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and even serious psychiatric conditions with how your body uses energy. Spoiler alert: your brain runs on fuel, and what you eat matters a lot more than we were taught in grad school. Together, Dr. Scher and I unpack how ketogenic therapy is helping people reclaim their mental clarity, lift mood disorders, and, in some cases, experience complete transformation. If you've been “doing the work” and still not feeling like yourself, this conversation might be the missing piece you've been searching for. Timestamps: 00:00 The Link Between Metabolism and Mental Health 01:17 Dr. Brett Scher and Metabolic Psychiatry 02:39 The History and Science Behind Ketogenic Therapy 10:36 Exploring the Ketogenic Diet and Its Benefits 17:59 Implementing a Ketogenic Diet 30:32 Patient Transformations and Success Stories 32:23 Impact of Ketogenic Diet on Mental Health 33:35 Inflammation and Brain Function 34:46 Ketogenic Therapy vs. Traditional Approaches 39:11 GLP-1 Drugs and Metabolic Health 42:42 Implementing Dietary Changes in Families 46:01 Ketogenic Diet for Autism Spectrum Disorders 49:27 Comparing Ketogenic and Plant-Based Diets 52:23 Resources and Final Thoughts I learned SO much from chatting with Dr. Scher. I hope you did too. If you're ready for a more personalized approach to start feeling like yourself again—clear, focused, calm, and energized—I'd love for you to check out my Clarity & Confidence Coaching. It's a powerful way to build self-awareness and make meaningful changes in your life while getting expert support and structure from a licensed therapist trained in coaching psychology. You can book a free consultation call to take the next step. We'll answer all of your questions and help you get started.  And hey, let's stay connected! You can find me sharing more science-meets-heart insights over on Instagram and YouTube—where I drop fresh content every week to help you grow, thrive, and live your best life. Xoxo Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby www.growingself.com P.S. If you thought of someone while listening to this—someone who's been struggling, or who's always trying to "fix their mindset" but nothing's working—share this episode with them. It might be exactly the breakthrough they need.  

Could ketogenic therapy change the future of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) treatment?The CDC estimates that 1 in 36 children are affected by ASD but due to the wide variety of signs and symptoms associated, it's likely that this doesn't account for everyone impacted. And treatment options are scarce and vary in effectiveness.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dr. Eline Dekeyster, Assistant Professor at Leiden University and Head of the Lifestyle Brain Interaction research group, to explore how nutritional ketosis may support individuals with autism and other brain-based conditions.Dr. Dekeyster brings a rare blend of personal insight and scientific expertise. She opens up about her own experience with mood disorders and how ketosis helped shift her mental energy, leading her to dedicate her research to metabolic psychiatry.In this episode, you'll learn about:The early but promising evidence supporting ketogenic therapy in autism spectrum disorderThe metabolic and neurological mechanisms involvedA real-life case of a child with ASD whose symptoms improved on a ketogenic diet and the troubling response from the medical systemThe challenges and strategies around adherence to ketogenic interventions in neurodivergent populationsDr. Dekeyster's vision for a collaborative, individualized care model that includes dietary, medical, and emotional supportWhile more research is needed to fully understand the impact of nutritional therapies for autism spectrum disorder, ketogenic therapy may offer meaningful hope to individuals and families navigating the challenges of ASD today.Expert Featured:Dr. Eline Dekeysterhttps://www.instagram.com/lbi.research/CMEs Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

What if everything we thought we knew about cholesterol and heart disease risk… doesn't apply to everyone?In this episode, world-renowned cardiologist Dr. Matthew Budoff unpacks the results of a landmark one-year study tracking 100 lean, metabolically healthy individuals on a ketogenic diet with extremely elevated LDL levels.Dr. Budoff is the Program Director, Director of Cardiac CT, and the endowed chair of preventive cardiology at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.In this interview, Dr. Scher and Dr. Budoff further break down the results of his new publication, which used advanced imaging to demonstrate that LDL cholesterol and ApoB levels are not associated with plaque progression in Lean-Mass Hyper Responders following a ketogenic diet.

There's been a lot of buzz—and confusion—about the new Keto-CTA study, examining plaque progression in Lean Mass Hyper-Responders (LMHRs).Much of the social media debate has centered on whether high LDL on keto is safe or dangerous, driven largely by how to interpret the supplemental table comparing this study to others on LDL and plaque progression.In this episode of the Metabolic Mind Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Matthew Budoff, a world-renowned cardiologist, cardiac CT researcher, and the study's lead investigator, to discuss the the supplemental table, what the plaque markers mean, and how this fits into the discussion of high- vs -low-risk plaque progression.In this episode, we cover:✅ What PAV (Percent Atheroma Volume) is, what it actually measures, and why it matters✅ Why a 50% increase in plaque may sound scary, but can be deceiving✅ The difference between “treatment-naive” and “treated” participants✅ What the Miami Heart Study comparison reveals about keto, LDL, and plaque✅ Why LDL alone may not tell the whole story about heart disease risk✅ How some high-risk individuals may still benefit from statins and other therapiesThis study doesn't answer whether keto causes heart disease or not. Instead, it shows that high LDL on a ketogenic diet is not a reliable predictor of plaque progression across all individuals. What is predictive? The presence of existing plaque.

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

Send us a textChristine Trimpe is a transformative wellness leader dedicated to empowering people to reclaim their health and vitality through her faith-based, holistic approach to weight loss.As the founder of The SugarFreed Me Method and a certified SUGAR® Licensed Practitioner, Christine helps clients achieve lifelong healing from sugar addiction and food-related struggles. Her clients experience dramatic transformations, including sustained weight loss and breakthroughs in physical, emotional, and spiritual health, with over 80% retention in her programs.She is the author of SugarFreed: Stop Losing the Weight Loss Battle, Start Gaining the Victory, released in 2025 and already has a 4.9 star rating on Amazon!Christine's own story—marked by a significant health journey, an embrace of ketogenic eating, and a breakthrough lifestyle change—has inspired thousands since she first shared it on her blog and across social media. Her journey has been highlighted in leading wellness magazines, including Woman's World and First for Women, and featured on DietDoctor.com, where she was named a top low-carb success story.Find Christine at-https://christinetrimpe.com/TW- @KetoChristieMIFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Can type 2 diabetes be reversed, eliminating the need for medications with completely normal blood sugar levels?For decades, type 2 diabetes has been considered a chronic, progressive conditions and the standard approach has been to just manage it to slow it down. But what if remission was possible?Dr. David Unwin, a UK-based NHS physician, has demonstrated how low-carb and ketogenic interventions can lead to drug-free diabetes remission. His work has transformed patient outcomes and challenged conventional medical guidelines.In this interview, Dr. Unwin shares how he has helped over 150 patients achieve drug-free remission using a low-carb ketogenic approach. We also cover:

Is LDL cholesterol the best way to measure and predict heart disease?New research suggests no!Dave Feldman is an engineer turned citizen scientist who has devoted his life to understanding a phenomenon that some individuals around the world are experiencing: a robust increase in LDL cholesterol while on a ketogenic diet.Dave's past research has identified a unique phenotype dubbed Lean Mass Hyper-Responders (LMHRs). LMHRs respond to ketogenic therapy with a metabolic profile that includes elevated LDL-C and ApoB levels with otherwise healthy metabolic markers, including low triglycerides, high HDL, low blood pressure, low insulin resistance, and low BMI.In Dave's most recent publication, what most doctors would consider dangerously high LDL levels in LMHRs did not correlate with an increased risk of heart disease.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dave Feldman to discuss this groundbreaking study and its implications for ketogenic therapy and cardiology.Key Takeaways:LMHRs on a long-term ketogenic diet who show elevated LDL can show robust metabolic healthLDL-C and ApoB were not linked to plaque progression in LMHRsExisting plaque did predict future plaque accumulation in LMHRsIndividualized approaches to cardiovascular risk assessment are crucial to serve this group better.

Not all medical research is created equal, so how do we know which studies to trust?The phrase evidence-based medicine (EBM) is often misunderstood and misused. What does it truly mean to rely on evidence in clinical decision-making?Dr. Gordon Guyatt, the father of the term evidence-based medicine, explains how to assess scientific studies, understand the strength of different types of evidence, and apply findings to clinical decisions.Want to make better-informed health decisions? This interview will help you learn how to critically assess medical evidence for yourself. In this conversation, Dr. Guyatt breaks down:✅ Why some studies are more trustworthy than others✅ The limitations of observational studies in nutrition and medicine✅ How the GRADE framework categorizes evidence from high to low certainty✅ How to critically assess nutrition and mental health research✅ The importance of patient values in clinical decision-makingAs new chronic disease treatments emerge from rapidly evolving research, understanding the quality of evidence is more important than ever. The ability to distinguish robust data from weak correlations isn't just a skill—it's essential for making informed, effective decisions in patient care.#MetabolicMind #EvidenceBasedMedicine #MedicalResearch #NutritionScience #GRADEMethod #HealthDecisionsExpert Featured:Dr. Gordon Guyatt, MDResources Mentioned:Core GRADE WorkshopCMEs Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

The connection between mental health and metabolic health is far deeper than once believed, with growing evidence showing a powerful, bidirectional relationship. Inflammation, poor diet, and gut dysfunction are now recognized as key drivers of both physical and psychological illness—often hiding in plain sight. By addressing root causes such as blood sugar imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, and microbiome disruption, many chronic mental health conditions can improve or even resolve. This emerging science challenges the traditional separation of mind and body, pointing instead to an integrated approach where healing the body becomes essential for healing the brain. Recognizing this link is crucial in shifting the future of mental health care. In this episode, I discuss, along with Dr. Chris Palmer and Dr. Shebani Sethi, why our diet is so closely related to the state of our mental health. 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. Shebani Sethi is a double board-certified physician in Obesity Medicine and Psychiatry. She is the Founding Director of Stanford University's Metabolic Psychiatry program and Silicon Valley Metabolic Psychiatry, a new center in the San Francisco Bay Area focused on optimizing brain health by integrating low carb nutrition, comprehensive psychiatric care, and treatment of obesity with associated metabolic disease.  This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use code HYMAN10 to save 10%. Full-length episodes can be found here: The Hidden Connection Between Gut Health & Mental Health That Therapy and Drugs Cannot Fix A Harvard Psychiatrist Rethinks Mental Health As A Metabolic Disease How Does Ultra-Processed Food Affect Our Mental Health?

Can the ketogenic diet help kids with bipolar disorder? We are excited to announce new research is finally exploring this question.The ketogenic diet was first discovered over 100 years ago for children with epilepsy. Could ketogenic therapy also improve mental health outcomes for youth with serious conditions like bipolar disorder? Dr. Kirk Nylen joins Dr. Bret Scher to discuss two groundbreaking studies underway that are tackling this question head-on.In this episode, they dive into:

Send us a textToday we are releasing a bonus episode! This is my recent appearance on The Find Your Keto YouTube Channel, hosted by our former guest Steven T!!PLEASE let me know what you think of this format!! Is this something you'd like to see on my channel, would you like to ask people in this space your questions? I thought this format was a BLAST!Steven T. started a social media journey in April of 2023 with a YouTube channel featuring himself and his 8-year-old daughter, both using a ketogenic diet for mental health.Steven is one of twelve people featured on Metabolic Mind's Think+Smart profiles of Experts By Experience , which is a resource provided by the Baszucki family.Steven T was a volunteer for The Metabolic Revolution and participated in the Parade of Proof at rally in Washington DC in 2024. He is the creator and moderator of the High-Fat/Beyond-Optimal Facebook group, and the creator and moderator of X group Keto Therapy 4 Mental HealthFind Steven T. at-YT- @Find Your Keto!TW- @StevenTrunceFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textDr. Melanie Tidman completed a Doctorate in Health Science, contributing to her 45+ years in healthcare delivery. During her career, Dr. Tidman owned and operated an outpatient Pediatric neurological rehabilitation center, gained expertise in neurosurgery intensive care and rehabilitation, has published several studies and articles about health and longevity, and is a contributing chapter author for an Occupational Therapy textbook.She is the author of three books, including her third book, Families and Parkinson's Disease: A Survival Guide, which is pending publication in 2025 and is based on her 7 years of research and 45 years of clinical experience in working with patients and families living with Parkinson's Disease.She is a Certified Metabolic Health Practitioner with the Society of Metabolic Health (SMHP) and is the new SMHP Research Academy Chair. Dr. Tidman and her team conduct clinical studies on the application of the low-carb/ketogenic diet to symptoms of Parkinson's disease and the influences of various Metabolic health conditions, including the publication of five studies starting in 2019.Find Dr. Tidman at-https://co-parkinson.org/study@co-parkinson.orgDr. Matthew Phillip's Amazing ResearchFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Brain Energy and metabolism appear to play critical roles in the development and treatment of psychiatric disorders like bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia. And emerging research suggests that our gene expression influences how our brain uses energy, thus linking the fields of genetics and metabolism.In this episode, Dr. Harry Pantazopoulos, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, joins Dr. Bret Scher to discuss fascinating new research into the relationship between gene expression and metabolism in serious mental illness.Dr. Pantazopoulos' study reveals a fascinating insight: while metabolic dysfunction is a common feature of serious mental illnesses, each condition exhibits its own distinct patterns of altered gene expression that impacts metabolic function. This suggests that the underlying metabolic dysfunction in mental illness arises through different mechanisms unique to each disorder.In this interview you will learn: The benefits of studying metabolic function and gene expression of the amygdala Which genes show altered expression in each mental illness, and how these changes affect metabolism How shifting the brain's energy source from glucose to ketones could offer a promising way to address changes in metabolic gene expression How these study findings could translate to targeted clinical careAlthough these findings are not yet ready to directly influence clinical psychiatric care models, they provide a critical foundation for future research aimed at tailoring metabolic therapies to the unique needs of each individual.Expert Featured:Harry Pantazopoulos, MDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-pantazopoulos-04460413/X: @HarryPantazopo1Studies Mentioned:Transcriptomic Analysis of the Amygdala in Subjects with Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder Reveals Differentially Altered Metabolic PathwaysDifferentially Altered Metabolic Pathways in the Amygdala of Subjects with Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Major Depressive DisorderCMEs Mentioned:Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of HopeBrain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental IllnessFollow 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.

Can you safely taper off psychiatric medications? And what are the potential harms of long-term psychiatric care?Laura Delano spent years as a professional patient, navigating psychiatric diagnoses, multiple medications, and a life defined by treatment.In this interview, Laura discusses her 13-year experience as a psychiatric patient, the impact of long-term medication use, and how she took control of her health to successfully taper off multiple psychiatric drugs.Now, as the founder of Inner Compass Initiative and author of Unshrunk: A Story of Psychiatric Treatment Resistance (available March 18, 2025), she's dedicated to helping others navigate informed choices about psychiatric medications, diagnoses, and withdrawal.

Is psychiatry stuck in the 19th century? For decades, psychiatry has relied on trial and error but is there a better way to provide precise, personalized, and preventative treatment?Dr. Alexander Niculescu, professor of psychiatry at the University of Arizona and CEO of MindX Sciences, is at the cutting edge of transforming psychiatry into an objective, data-driven field. With blood tests evaluating specific biomarkers, doctors may now be able to measure mental health, better understand symptoms, and predict which treatments will work best.In this conversation, Dr. Niculescu explains how his research is helping reshape how we diagnose and treat mental illness allowing for a more personalized approach and potentially better outcomes. He shares research demonstrating how utilizing biomarkers can allow practitioners to better understand the current state of a patient's mental health to assist in prevention and tailor both medications and lifestyle interventions for better outcomes.In this episode, you'll learn:Why psychiatry is still practiced like 19th-century medicine and how to modernize itHow blood tests can pinpoint the right treatment for a patient including lifestyle interventions, medication choice, and dosingHow blood tests can identify the nuanced difference between mental illnesses like depression and bipolar disorder at a biological levelWhy these tests could be more reliable than genetic testingHow early screening could help prevent serious mental illnessThe future of personalized lifestyle recommendations for mental healthAt Metabolic Mind, we believe mental health care must evolve to incorporate metabolic interventions alongside innovative diagnostic tools. Our vision is a future where the metabolic health of every individual is assessed and addressed with evidence-based interventions, leading to improved mental health for all.Expert Featured:Dr. Alexander Niculescuhttps://mindxsciences.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-niculescu-md-phd-b460a75/Studies Mentioned:Special Report: Precise, Personalized, and Preventive Psychiatryhttps://doi.org/10.1176/appi.pn.2024.12.12.27CMEs MentionedManaging Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

Send us a textJanet Ebos is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first and brief appearance on episode 703 of Boundless Body Radio, where she, Robyn Dobbins and I reviewed the 2024 Symposium for Metabolic Health Conference in San Diego!Janet Ebos is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist specializing in natural health and wellness through whole foods, lifestyle changes, and integrative health practices. The goal of holistic nutrition is to address underlying imbalances and support the body's natural healing processes, fostering long-term health rather than just short-term fixes.Janet effectively provides support for digestive issues, mental and brain health, weight management, chronic health conditions such as pre-diabetes, diabetes, heart disease & obesity, healthy aging, hormonal balance, autoimmune diseases, and overall optimal well-being.With a passion for optimal brain and mental health, Janet has received specialized training in the therapeutic ketogenic diet from two of our favorite former podcast guests Dr. Georgia Ede and Nicole Laurent, who developed Metabolic Psychiatry for Non-Prescribers.Find Janet at-https://www.purelyjanet.ca/https://metaboliccollective.org/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Is it possible for ketogenic therapy to significantly reduce schizoaffective symptoms in 2 weeks? What about putting symptoms into complete remission in 6 weeks?Licensed Mental Health Counselor Nicole Laurent joins Dr. Bret Scher to discuss her newly published case series showcasing the dramatic improvements in individuals with schizoaffective disorder using ketogenic metabolic therapy.In this interview, Nicole shares:The life-changing stories from the patients and their familiesHow she collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure better outcomesHow she determines the right type of ketogenic diet for each patientThe role of nutrient deficiencies and supplementation in treatmentHow medications were handled and her perspective on medication changes with ketogenic therapyThe profound transformations in her patients' lives, including returning to school and regaining independenceThese stories offer hope and add to the growing evidence that ketogenic therapy can help individuals struggling with mental illness.Want to hear more real-life experiences of people reclaiming their mental health through metabolic therapy? Hear from our community of experts by experience, including their challenges, setbacks, and successes on the path to recovery at metabolicmind.org/think-smart.Expert Featured:Nicole Laurent, LMHChttps://mentalhealthketo.com/Founder and Medical Director of Mental Health KetoX: @KetoCounselorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nlaurent/Instagram: mentalhealthketo/Studies MentionedKetogenic metabolic therapy for schizoaffective disorder: a retrospective case series of psychotic symptom remission and mood recoveryhttps://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1506304CMEs MentionedManaging Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hopehttps://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illnesshttps://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615Follow 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.

Send us a textHarmony Bright began experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia in adolescence and was officially diagnosed at 32. She has spent the last four years transforming her mental and physical health. After losing 137 pounds through a low-carb diet with exercise and intermittent fasting, she discovered that being in ketosis also helped alleviate symptoms of her schizophrenia.Now 48, and a proud mother of two, Harmony is passionate about raising awareness of metabolic therapies that she believes are safer and more effective than "drug-only" treatments. Beyond her health journey, she enjoys home improvement projects and gardening, thriving on turning visions into reality and helping others transform their spaces.Harmony is courageously sharing her story on social media, on both IG and TW, as she describes her journey of trying to improve her life and heal her schizophrenia through a ketogenic diet. She acknowledges that her story isn't over yet, but as many people in her life tell her that she is now unrecognizable after taking her health into her own hands, Harmony is continuing to inspire others though her own journey.Find Harmony at-TW @Harmony BrightIG- @harmonybright1000Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Dr. Iain Campbell, a researcher at the University of Edinburgh, discusses his groundbreaking pilot study on ketogenic therapy for bipolar disorder with Dr. Bret Scher. Having personally experienced the benefits of ketosis for his own bipolar type II depression, Dr. Campbell delves into the link between metabolic health and mental well-being.Dr. Campbell shares how his recent study reveals a correlation between higher ketone levels and improvements in mood, energy, impulsivity, and anxiety in patients with bipolar disorder. He also highlights the intriguing brain imaging results that indicate reductions in brain glutamate, hinting at one of the potential mechanisms behind ketogenic therapy's effectiveness.Key Topics Covered:The correlation between ketone levels and mood stabilizationDr. Campbell's personal journey using ketogenic therapy for bipolar disorderHow ketosis impacts brain glutamate levelsThe role of metabolic psychiatry in treating mental illnessThe future of metabolic treatments at the newly established UK Metabolic Psychiatry HubDr. Campbell's pioneering work at the Metabolic Psychiatry Hub is advancing the field of metabolic psychiatry by integrating research and treatment, demonstrating how ketogenic therapy can be a powerful tool for addressing both metabolic and mental health in the treatment of bipolar disorder.New Study:A Pilot Study of a Ketogenic Diet in Bipolar Disorder: Clinical, Metabolic and Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Findingshttps://doi.org/10.1192/bjo.2024.841Experts Featured:Dr. Iain CampbellX: @IainCampbellPhDwww.metabolicpsychiatryhub.comFollow 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 a groundbreaking dialogue, I sat down with Dr. Matt Bernstein, a veteran psychiatrist and the CEO of Accord, to explore how metabolic health impacts mental well-being. This illuminating conversation delves into the innovative field of metabolic psychiatry, revealing how metabolic interventions offer a new frontier for treating mental health disorders. What You'll Learn: • Understanding Metabolic Psychiatry: Dr. Matt Bernstein introduces the concept of Metabolic Psychiatry, emphasising how the brain's energy consumption is pivotal to mental health. We dive into how psychiatric conditions can stem from compromised metabolic health, transforming our approach to treatment. • Training for Psychiatry: Dr. Bernstein takes us through his journey to becoming a psychiatrist, highlighting gaps in nutrition education throughout his extensive medical training. • Metabolic Health and Psychiatry: We delve into how metabolic health is crucial for brain function. Dr. Bernstein discusses the energy needs of the brain and how metabolic strategies can serve as powerful interventions for mental conditions. Key Takeaways: • Metabolic Health as a Mental Health Cornerstone: Dr. Bernstein advocates for a foundational approach, building mental health treatments around metabolism. • The Critical Role of Lifestyle: Emphasising the influence of exercise, diet, and light exposure, Dr. Bernstein highlights the potential of lifestyle modifications to transform mental health care. • Pioneering Research and Future Directions: Dr. Bernstein is optimistic about ongoing research that promises to further validate and explain the efficacy of metabolic mental health interventions. However, concerns loom about mainstream psychiatry's willingness to adopt such approaches, reminiscent of challenges faced in epilepsy treatments. Resources: Explore Accord MH to learn more about their innovative approach and services in metabolic psychiatry. Connect with Dr. Matt Bernstein through LinkedIn to follow his journey and contributions to the field of mental health. Support the Conversation: If you found this discussion insightful, subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform to help us continue bringing vital conversations to light. Share this post with someone who might benefit from understanding the connections between metabolic and mental health—knowledge is powerful, and this could spark a significant change in someone's life. 00:40 Journey to Becoming a Psychiatrist02:43 Metabolic Psychiatry Explained03:32 Historical Context of Metabolic Treatments03:52 Ketogenic Diet and Epilepsy08:45 Challenges in Psychiatric Training14:15 Personal Story: Son's Mental Health Journey17:19 Rethinking Psychiatric Diagnoses21:40 Metabolic Treatments for Mental Health24:01 Human Evolution and Modern Health Challenges29:43 Role of Ketogenic Diet in Mental Health35:50 Ketogenic Diets and Autophagy35:58 Reducing Oxidative Stress36:43 Impact of Simple Carbohydrates37:26 Neuroinflammation and Mental Health38:19 Ketogenic Diet and Neurotransmitters42:00 BDNF and Brain Health44:39 Microbiome and Gut-Brain Axis50:01 Hormetic Polyphenols53:23 Personalised Nutrition and Gut Health54:50 Mitochondria and Metabolic Health57:47 Accord's Comprehensive Mental Health Program01:01:10 Future of Mental Health InterventionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textLouisette Blikkenhorst is the founder of the Ketogeen Instituut Nederland, otherwise known as the Ketogenic Institute of the Netherlands! Louisette is the first trainer to offer Dutch-language educational programs on Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy."Lifestyle diseases" are a term we hear more and more, and Louisette is trying to eliminate this term from the world with an effective ketogenic diet. On her website, people can find several resources and guides to following a ketogenic diet!After years of experience as an orthomolecular and ketogenic therapist, she transitioned to imparting knowledge and skills to other health professionals. This allows even more people to be supported in taking control of their health. Under Ketogenic Institute of the Netherlands several initiatives are offered, including training in Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy, education on Metabolic & Mental Health, a Ketogenic Lifestyle Program, and the Keto Switch Challenge. Their offerings also include a consultation with Floor van Leeuwen and Elske Hammer, and a platform for other ketogenic professionals.Louisette is also the host of the De Keto Podcast, which has over 300,000 downloads!Find Louisette at-https://ketogeeninstituut.nl/Podcast- De Keto PodcastIG- @ketogeeninstituutnlFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Do psychiatric medications alter brain energy and metabolic health?Dr. Stephen Cunnane, a professor and researcher at the University of Sherbrooke, has been at the forefront of studying glucose and ketone metabolism in the aging brain, pioneering advanced imaging techniques to measure how the brain utilizes these critical energy sources with neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.While glucose PET imaging has long been used to study brain energy metabolism, Dr. Cunnane's team was the first to develop ketone PET imaging, allowing researchers to look at the relationship between glucose and ketone metabolism in the brain and understand how ketones support brain function when it struggles to use glucose for energy.Now, Dr. Cunnane has turned his attention to metabolic psychiatry and is working on a new study looking at brain energy metabolism in individuals experiencing first-episode psychosis. This study will allow researchers insights into the metabolic state of the brain at the onset of major mental illness and how psychiatric medications influence brain energy use.In this episode, you will learn:How the brain uses fuel as we age – Why glucose metabolism declines over time and how ketones may compensate in aging and neurodegenerative conditions.The first ketone PET imaging studies – How Dr. Cunnane's team developed a method to directly measure ketone uptake in the brain and compare it to glucose metabolismPsychosis and brain energy metabolism – Examining glucose and ketone utilization in first-episode psychosis before and after antipsychotic treatment.Carbohydrate reduction in older adults – Findings from a study showing how moderate carb restriction improved metabolic and mental health in retirement home residents independent of weight loss.Parkinson's disease and ketones – Investigating how exercise, exogenous ketones, and carbohydrate restriction may enhance brain energy supply and improve symptoms.Dr. Cunnane has been a pioneer in the field of ketogenic therapy and brain energy. In addition to all the incredible work he is doing in the aging brain, we are excited to see his new research focusing on such critical components of metabolic psychiatry.Expert Featured:Dr. Stephen Cunnanehttps://recherche-cerveau-sherbrooke.ca/en/laboratory-team/Studies MentionedA reduced carbohydrate diet improves glycemic regulation in hyperglycemic older people in a retirement home: the SAGE studyhttps://doi.org/10.1139/apnm-2024-0277Resources MentionedBrain Research Team Websitehttps://recherche-cerveau-sherbrooke.ca/en/Revolutionizing Assisted Living: Hal Cranmer's Ketogenic & Carnivore Approach to Senior Wellnesshttps://youtu.be/s86CFw0qhVc?feature=sharedFollow 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 athttps://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.

Send us a textToday we are releasing a bonus episode! This is my recent appearance on the Transformation Evoked YouTube Channel, hosted by our former guest Donika Hristova!!PLEASE let me know what you think of this format!! Is this something you'd like to see on my channel, would you like to ask people in this space your questions? I thought this format was a BLAST!Donika Hristova is a Certified Integrative Nutrition and Keto for Mental Health Coach who is based just outside Washington, DC. She is passionate about transforming mental health challenges into opportunities for holistic wellness and vitality.Find Donika at-https://transformationevoked.com/Join the Meet-Up! https://www.meetup.com/keto-lifestyle-for-mental-health/IG- @transformation_evokedFB- @Transformation EvokedLK- @Donika HristovaFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textSteven T. started a social media journey in April of 2023 with a YouTube channel featuring himself and his 8-year-old daughter, both using a ketogenic diet for mental health.Steven is one of twelve people featured on Metabolic Mind's Think+Smart profiles of Experts By Experience , which is a resource provided by the Baszucki family. When the family first learned about ketogenic diets for treating mental illness, they relied heavily on a few critical but disparate resources.The team at Metabolic Mind believes metabolic therapies can be life-changing, and they seek to fill the information gap by consolidating credible resources and real-life stories from their collaborators and peers. Conventional psychiatric treatment typically relies almost entirely on medications to keep symptoms under control. Today, metabolic psychiatry seeks to flip treatment for mental illness on its head.Steven T was a volunteer for The Metabolic Revolution and participated in the Parade of Proof at rally in Washington DC in 2024. He is the creator and moderator of the High-Fat/Beyond-Optimal Facebook group, and the creator and moderator of X group Keto Therapy 4 Mental HealthFind Steven T. at-YT- @Find Your Keto!TW- @StevenTrunceFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textNatasha Smikles MSc, RPN is a highly skilled Registered Psychiatric Nurse with nearly 20 years in the mental health field. She has worked in a range of settings, including acute psychiatry, in-patient behavioral treatment, psychiatric emergency services, crisis intervention, community mental health, and has been in private practice for the past 10 years.Her holistic approach emphasizes not only addressing mental health concerns but also promoting overall well-being. Natasha specializes in adult ADHD and is particularly interested in metabolic interventions, such as ketogenic diets, as part of her treatment approach.Natasha integrates traditional therapeutic methods with innovative strategies to optimize mental health outcomes for her clients. Natasha co-founded DBT Winnipeg with her business partner, Kyla Johnston, establishing a comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy service for the community. Natasha also co-founded the Mental Health Collective, a collaborative space for mental health professionals aimed at facilitating knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional growth.Find Natasha at-https://www.natashasmikles.com/IG- @natasha.smiklesTW- @NatashaSmiklesFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are identified as the leading cause of preventable death globally. These foods are chemically altered, stripped of their natural structures, and filled with additives, sugars, unhealthy fats, and preservatives, resulting in products that offer little to no nutritional benefit while contributing significantly to chronic disease. In this episode, I talk with Vani Hari and Dr. Shebani Sethi about why ultra-processed foods are not just a health risk—they are a public health crisis. Vani Hari is the food activist behind FoodBabe.com, a NY Times best-selling author of 4 books, founder of the organic products brand Truvani, and was named one of the “Most Influential People on the Internet” by Time magazine. Hari's viral testimony before the US Senate sparked a massive movement to stop American food companies from poisoning their own citizens with ingredients they don't use in other countries. Hari founded Food Babe to spread information about what is really in the American food supply. She teaches people how to make the right purchasing decisions at the grocery store, how to live an organic lifestyle, and how to travel healthfully around the world. Vani has gathered hundreds of thousands of petitions to change the food system and influenced how major food giants like Kraft, Subway, Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks create their products, steering them towards more healthful policies. Dr. Shebani Sethi is a double board-certified physician in Obesity Medicine and Psychiatry. She is the Founding Director of Stanford University's Metabolic Psychiatry program and Silicon Valley Metabolic Psychiatry, a new center in the San Francisco Bay Area focused on optimizing brain health by integrating low carb nutrition, comprehensive psychiatric care, and treatment of obesity with associated metabolic disease.  Full length episodes can be found here: Why the Last Thing that Should Ever Eat is Ultra Processed Foods How To Be A Food Activist In Your Own Kitchen How Does Ultra-Processed Food Affect Our Mental Health? This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use code HYMAN10 to save 10%.

Thank you for joining us for another episode of the Low Carb MD Podcast. Tristan Justice is a 27-year-old certified yoga instructor and reporter at The Federalist and co-author of Fat And Unhappy: How “Body Positivity” Is Killing Us (and How to Save Yourself). He is also the author and editor of the Substack, Social Justice Redux which covers issues related to his personal questions surrounding fitness, the integrity of our modern diet, the implications of our lifestyles, and the culture's wide-range approach to these topics.   In this episode, Dr. Brian and Tristan talk about… (00:00) Intro (00:51) Tristan's career and why he wrote his book, Fat and Unhappy (06:35) Fat shaming and how to address obesity and poor metabolic effectively and compassionately (09:15) Tips for those who have become frustrated with their inability to lose weight and feel healthy (12:39) Why the message of ‘you're fine the way you are' is NOT necessarily a positive, empowering message (14:32) The Philly FatCon (18:06) Food addiction and how big food companies deliberately contribute to it (20:22) The Make America Healthy Again movement (23:00) Stigmas, addiction, and GLP-1s (26:26) Pharmaceutical sponsorship of organizations and influencers promoting the body positivity message and exacerbating the metabolic health epidemic (33:48) Dietary propaganda and the obscuring of nutritional reality by big companies with a lot to gain from such misinformation (36:54) The warped incentive structure in healthcare in the United States and how it can be corrected (47:52) The main takeaways of Tristan's book and how to apply the principles of health it contains to your life (48:48) Tristan's Covid lockdown experience and his struggle with addiction to marijuana (52:44) Plugs and 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: Follow the Science (book): https://www.amazon.com/Follow-Science-Sharyl-Attkisson/dp/0063314916 Chris Palmer's research in the area of Metabolic Psychiatry: https://www.chrispalmermd.com/articles/   Tristan Justice: Fat and Unhappy (book): https://www.amazon.com/Fat-Unhappy-Positivity-Killing-Yourself-ebook/dp/B0DPJCKMNL?ref_=ast_author_mpb X: https://x.com/justicetristan?lang=en Social Justice Redux (Substack): https://socialjusticeredux.substack.com/about   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/ 

Pediatric and adolescent mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD, are reaching alarming levels and affecting millions worldwide. While the causes are still being explored, one potential contributing factor is the rising metabolic health epidemic, fueled by a harmful food environment. With current treatment options often coming with challenging side effects and failing to provide lasting relief, many families are turning to innovative, evidence-based solutions to support their children's well-being and long-term development. In this interview, Dr. Lori Calabrese, a board-certified psychiatrist, shares her pioneering work in youth mental health care and discusses her experiences implementing ketogenic therapies in children and young adults. In this interview, you'll learn: What's the difference between ketogenic therapy for adults vs. children? How to introduce ketogenic therapy to children and young adults The importance of having families on board with ketogenic therapy How to help children and young adults adhere to ketogenic therapies Everyone deserves access to better mental health care, especially the young minds that hold the future to our society. Expert Featured: Dr. Lori Calabrese X: @loricalabresemd LoriCalabreseMD.com Follow 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.

Are you concerned with how your nutrition can affect your mental health? Dr. Georgia Ede is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in nutrition science and brain metabolism. Her twenty-five years of clinical experience include twelve years as a college psychiatrist and nutrition consultant at Smith College and Harvard University Health Services, where she was the first to offer students nutrition-based approaches as an alternative to psychiatric medications. She speaks internationally about dietary approaches to psychiatric disorders. She co-authored the first inpatient study of the ketogenic diet for treatment-resistant mental illnesses, developed the first medically accredited course in ketogenic diets for mental health practitioners, and was honored to be named a recipient of the Baszucki Brain Research Fund's first annual Metabolic Mind Award. Her new book Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind was published in January 2024. It was a pleasure speaking with her; I know you'll learn a lot from this episode.    What we discussed:    Exploring the field of metabolic psychiatry (2:04) The neurological benefits of a ketogenic diet (6:20) Insights on ketogenic diet ratios and individual variations (10:36) Neurological ailments and ketogenic diet efficacy (13:31) Mechanisms and drivers of neurological disorders (19:49) Challenges in nutritional psychiatry and medical education (26:46) Ketogenic vs. Mediterranean diets (30:30) Protein consumption and ketogenic diet optimization (37:29) Adapting to a ketogenic diet and the long-term benefits (47:27) Her book details and the importance of working with a professional when transitioning to a ketogenic diet (1:00:55)   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

Send us a textLori Calabrese, MD is a psychiatrist in Connecticut, Expert Faculty for ASKP3, and an expert in Metabolic Psychiatry using food as medicine to treat psychiatric conditions. She is a Clinical Advisor to Metabolic Mind, a lecturer for Nutrition Network in their newest course Metabolism and the Mind and published the first case series in Metabolic Psychiatry describing complete remission of depression and anxiety using a ketogenic diet.Dr. Calabrese is the founder and medical director of Touchpoints 180, an innovative consultation service and treatment pathway using metabolic strategies for remission of psychiatric conditions and restoration of metabolic health. She specializes in comprehensive, state-of-the-art psychiatric evaluation and innovative psychiatric treatment of adults and adolescents in South Windsor, CT, minutes from Hartford and provides consultations globally regarding metabolic interventions for mental health and wellness.We are also joined by her college, Rachel Frase RD-N, a Registered Dietitian and metabolic health expert who also specializes in personalized ketogenic diets. As Lori says, “everyone needs a Rachel!”Find Lori Calabrese, MD and Rachel Frase RD-N at-https://www.loricalabresemd.com/http://touchpoints180.org/Lori IG- @loricalabresemdRachel IG- @rf_nutritionFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Mental health care is at a critical crossroads. Millions of people are searching for effective treatments, yet conventional options often fall short, leaving many without significant or lasting relief. Compounding this issue is the lack of funding directed toward exploring novel, root-cause therapies. The urgency for change is clear. Dr. Chris Palmer, a Harvard psychiatrist and the author of Brain Energy, has been instrumental in raising awareness about the metabolic nature of mental illness. His pioneering work highlights how conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia often stem from underlying metabolic dysfunctions, including glucose hypometabolism, neurotransmitter imbalances, inflammation, and oxidative stress. In this interview, Dr. Palmer dives into the science behind mental illnesses and shares groundbreaking insights into how ketogenic therapy is changing lives. In this interview, you'll learn: Why the current mental health system struggles to provide effective care How ketogenic therapies and lifestyle changes are reshaping psychiatry The role of mitochondria and metabolism in brain health The urgent need for research on tapering medications safely The current state of mental health research funding and the path towards systemic change Why mental illness should be viewed as a systemic condition, not just a brain disorder This conversation highlights the urgent need for change in psychiatry, how metabolic therapies are offering new hope for those living with mental illness, and the path towards more effective evidence based care and better patient outcomes. Expert Featured: Dr. Chris Palmer X: @ChrisPalmerMD www.ChrisPalmerMD.com Purchase Brain Energy: https://brainenergy.com/#order-window Studies Mentioned Beyond comorbidities: metabolic dysfunction as a root cause of neuropsychiatric disorders https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/bjpsych-advances/article/abs/beyond-comorbidities-metabolic-dysfunction-as-a-root-cause-of-neuropsychiatric-disorders/9B7489EF96DCA9F41005DD7E61B27023 The Ketogenic Diet as a Transdiagnostic Treatment for Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Mechanisms and Clinical Outcomes https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40501-024-00339-4 CMEs Mentioned Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illness https://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615 Follow 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.

Send us a textOliver Seligman did not think for one second that he would become a writer, let alone be the author of three books!Graduating with a bachelor's degree in Zoology, he found himself working as a sales trader in investment banks in London and New York. Although he wanted to make millions, retire by thirty-five and live happily ever after, it didn't work out that way. Bored, disillusioned and lacking purpose, he stumbled across a pair of mysterious, meditating monks who taught him how to find peace, and never looked back.In Oliver's latest book, Befriending Bipolar: A Patient's Perspective, he describes what it's like to experience madness from the inside. Diagnosed with bipolar type one at seventeen, he has battled euphoric manias, suicidal depressions, bewildering psychoses and the side effects of medication for over thirty years. In Befriending Bipolar, Oliver reveals how he found peace with an illness that destroys lives and sometimes ends them.Recently, he has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!We are also joined by his lovely wife, Elle, whom he has been married to for over 11 years! The couple live in Norway!Find Oliver at- https://oliverseligman.com/YT- @thrivingwithbipolar (Be sure to search with Oliver's name as well, to find the correct YT channel!)Find Ellen at an AMAZING event at-Borealis Festival- A Festival for Experimental Music! March 12-16, 2025, in Bergen, Norway!Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textShannon Harwood has been formerly employed as a lived experience peer in the Tasmanian Public Mental Health Services, and is currently working in research and project coordination at the University of Tasmania. As well as engaging in direct peer practice, she is passionate about promoting the development of the lived experience workforce.Shannon's other fields of interest are Metabolic Psychiatry and lifestyle mental health care, having managed her own bipolar disorder with lifestyle modifications and a ketogenic diet. Shannon used ketogenic therapy to put her bipolar disorder fully into remission without the need for medications.Since then, she has applied her peer support qualifications through her ketogenic and recovery coaching business, Mindbody Coaching, and contributes to lived experience research.Recently, she has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind. With the Fresh Start Award, she plans to enhance the tools she uses in her coaching practice, attend conferences and webinars, and expand her professional networks.Find Shannon on her Friends' Platforms!Mia Mendez- https://recoverwithmia.com/Donika Hristova- https://transformationevoked.com/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textDonika Hristova is a Certified Integrative Nutrition and Keto for Mental Health Coach who is based just outside Washington,DC. She is passionate about transforming mental health challenges into opportunities for holistic wellness and vitality.Her own journey through personal health struggles has taught her that investing in well-being is the truest form of wealth. For years, she struggled with weight issues, severe binge eating episodes, and the crippling effects of bipolar depression. Despite relying on medication, it often felt like a temporary crutch rather than a true solution for her.Because of that, Donika has a profound understanding of the challenges that stem from body image issues and mental health struggles. Through it all, one thing became abundantly clear, which was the incredible power of the ketogenic lifestyle. It wasn't just a diet for Donika, it became a powerful, transformative therapy.Recently, she has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!Find Donika at-https://transformationevoked.com/IG- @transformation_evokedFB- @Transformation EvokedLK- @Donika HristovaFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

How effective is exercise for treating depression, and how can we help more people use it as a cornerstone of treatment? The last decade we have seen mounting evidence that exercise can play a big role in mental health through a variety of mechanisms. In this interview, Dr. Nick Fabiano, a psychiatry resident and researcher, shares his innovative approach to using exercise as a therapeutic intervention, drawing from his recent co-authored paper. In this interview you'll learn: Why exercise is comparable to antidepressants and therapy in treating mild to moderate depression. How a holistic, lifestyle-based approach can complement traditional treatments. The mechanisms linking exercise to improved mental health, including metabolic health benefits and social interaction. How to personalize exercise prescriptions for individuals based on their physical and mental health needs. Challenges of integrating exercise into psychiatric care Movement is a core pillar of our THINK + SMART program, embodying the 'M' in the acronym. Exercise not only has the remarkable ability to provide an immediate boost to mood and mental clarity but also fosters long-term adaptations that support both metabolic and mental health. As the field of metabolic psychiatry continues to grow, we are optimistic that exercise will become a foundational component in the standard of care for mental health treatment. Expert Featured: Nicholas Fabiano, MD X: @NTFabiano Studies Mentioned: How to Prescribe Physical Activity for Depression *https://doi.org/10.1024/2674-0052/a000099** Importance of Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type (FITT) in Physical Activity Assessment for Epidemiological Research https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03404889 The Effect of Exercise on Suicidal Ideation and Behaviors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2023.02.071 CMEs Mentioned Managing Major Mental Illness with Dietary Change: The New Science of Hope https://www.mycme.com/courses/managing-major-mental-illness-with-dietary-change-9616 Brain Energy: The Metabolic Theory of Mental Illness https://www.mycme.com/courses/brain-energy-the-metabolic-theory-of-mental-illness-9615 Follow our channel for more insights and education from Dr. Bret Scher, including interviews with leading experts in metabolic psychiatry. Learn more about metabolic psychiatry and find helpful resources at https://metabolicmind.org/. Follow 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.

Send us a textCaroline Beckwith is a certified wellness counselor, personal trainer, and former wilderness recovery guide. After suffering from anorexia for fifteen years and going to numerous treatment programs and therapists, all of which failed, Caroline fully recovered from anorexia four years ago using the novel treatment through Anor-Exit® that offers a home-based virtual treatment program.The mantra that “all food is good food,” which most people have heard in any eating disorder treatment program, does not account for the latest research and often fails to achieve a sustained recovery. She has worked as a recovery coach for adults with substance use disorders and a ketogenic peer coach for women with Anorexia.Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy, consisting of a high fat, moderate protein, and very low carbohydrate diet has been shown to substantially weaken or eliminate the anorexic voice, anxiety, and behavior, and helps get her clients back to healthy eating patterns.Recently, she has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!Find Caroline at-https://www.anorexit.com/IG- @carolines0phieFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textRobyn Dobbins is a returning guest on our show! Check out her first appearance on episode 469 of Boundless Body Radio! We also interviewed her AWESOME husband, Matt, on episode 638 of our show!Robyn Dobbins is an amazing friend of mine, whom I was lucky enough to meet at Low Carb Denver 2023, and attend several low-carbohydrate conferences with! Robyn has suffered from many serious health conditions, including postpartum depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, obesity, depression, Hashimoto's disease, and bipolar disorder.After years of medications and treatments that had limited success, Robyn discovered a low-carbohydrate diet, also known as NSNG, through the amazing work of Vinnie Tortorich, who we've hosted on Boundless Body Radio on episodes 55 and 243 of our show!She is also the co-host of the Less of Me Success Stories channel on YouTube, which she hosts with former podcast guest Scott King.Recently, she has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!Find Robyn at-https://www.harbingerofhealthllc.com/FB- @Robyn R. Dobbins TW- @robynrdobbinsIG- @robynrdobbinsPodcast- Less Of Me Success StoriesCoSci 2025 is Feb. 7-9! Get your tickets today!Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) have the potential to shape the health of millions, but are they based on outdated or flawed evidence? In this powerful interview, Dr. Bret Scher and investigative journalist Nina Teicholz expose the controversial history of dietary policy, challenge the methodology of the DGA Advisory Committee, and discuss the urgent need for change to address rising rates of metabolic and mental health disorders. And they try to answer the burning question from the guidelines: Will eating more beans, peas, and lentils make all of us healthier? What you will learn in this interview: What is the importance of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? How is the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee committee selected? How is the DGA created and what is the quality of evidence? What are the conflicts of interest in current and past DGA committees? How are decades-old biases shaping current dietary policies? How is the DGA failing to consider individual needs? What do we know about the upcoming 2025 DGA? What are we hoping for in the upcoming 2025 Dietary Guidelines? This timely discussion brings both hope and urgency as they address the question: Will the next guidelines reflect the latest research or continue to steer us in the wrong direction? Expert Featured: Nina Teicholz X: @bigfatsurprise IG: @ninateicholz Substack: https://unsettledscience.substack.com/ Publications Mentioned Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/2025-advisory-committee-report Redesigning the Process for Establishing the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK469833/ Report: Nearly Half of Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Have Conflicts of Interest https://usrtk.org/investigations/dietary-guidelines-advisory-committee-conflicts/ Follow 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.

Send us a textThis one was powerful. I hope you enjoy this one.Mia Mendez is a CPTSD recovery coach and ketogenic lifestyle coach, and shares her story of recovery on various podcasts about using ketogenic therapy to achieve remission from bipolar disorder.After receiving over a dozen mental health diagnoses, including the diagnosis of bipolar disorder, and suffering from chronic pain for several decades, Mia was ready to give up entirely by the time she turned 41.As a young single mother of four, she struggled to withstand the side effects of numerous medications as she was already debilitated by her conditions. In 2018, she accidentally discovered a dietary intervention, the ketogenic diet, that would ultimately save her life. Through a transformative metabolic framework, Mia was able to fully recover from bipolar disorder without the need for medication.Recently, she has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!Mia plans to launch online support groups and pursue certification as a Metabolic Health Practitioner, expanding her ability to guide others toward lasting wellness. Find Mia at-https://recoverwithmia.com/TW- @RecoverWithMiaFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!