Chapter
The Role of Nutrition in Chronic Mental Disorders
39:11 - 46:40 (07:29)
The insulin signaling system in the brain is impaired in patients with chronic mental disorders like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer's disease. The removal of highly processed foods and focus on non-processed or minimally processed foods can assist with the insulin resistance factor.
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Measuring ketones can be helpful in determining if someone is in a state of ketosis, and medication adherence can be difficult to track outside of a hospital setting.
39:11 - 43:08 (03:57)
Summary
Measuring ketones can be helpful in determining if someone is in a state of ketosis, and medication adherence can be difficult to track outside of a hospital setting. Monitoring these variables can be crucial in providing effective healthcare.
ChapterThe Role of Nutrition in Chronic Mental Disorders
EpisodeDr. Chris Palmer: Diet & Nutrition for Mental Health
PodcastHuberman Lab
Impaired insulin signaling in the brain is found in people with chronic mental disorders regardless of the condition.
43:09 - 46:40 (03:31)
Summary
Impaired insulin signaling in the brain is found in people with chronic mental disorders regardless of the condition. A ketogenic diet may be beneficial as a brain treatment, especially for patients with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or schizoaffective disorder, due to their impaired glucose metabolism.