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Metabolic Mind

Bret Scher
Ketogenic Diet
Depression
Mental Health
Bipolar Disorder
Ketogenic Therapy
Metabolic Health
Glp-1 Receptor Agonists
Metabolic Psychiatry
Insulin Resistance
Alzheimer's Disease
Nutritional Psychiatry
LDL and Insulin Levels
Vegan Diet
Mental Illness
Energy Utilization
Mental Health Treatments
Lean Mass Hyper Responder
Omnivore Diet
Nutrition Science
Hypomania

Metabolic Mind is working to transform the study and treatment of mental disorders by exploring the connection between metabolism and brain health. Metabolic interventions like ketogenic therapy are being used to treat serious mental illnesses like Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Major Depressive Disorder. We explore topics that can help you understand how Metabolic Psychiatry might help you ... more

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In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, Metabolic Mind founder Jan Ellison Baszucki joins mental health advocate Laura Delano to share a mother’s journey through her son’s bipolar disorder diagnosis, years of psychiatric crisis, and ultima... more

Can a ketogenic diet help with depression when other options have failed? Emerging suggests the answer may be yes.

In this video, Dr. Bret Scher shares the latest clinical data on ketogenic therapy for depression, including two new studies showing m... more

The second-ever pilot trial (published in the Journal of Affective Disorders) is making waves: a virtual medically supervised ketogenic diet showed impressive improvements in people with moderate to severe depression, including nearly 7 out of 8 stud... more

The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans have arrived, and they’re sparking serious debate. Are we finally seeing a meaningful shift toward metabolic health? What do the guidelines get right, and where is there still room for improvement?

To u... more

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Dr. David Ludwig
Harvard professor and nutrition expert
Harvard University
Episode: Breaking Down the 2025 Dietary Guidelines with Dr. David Ludwig & Gary Taubes
Gary Taubes
Author and science journalist known for his work on nutrition
Episode: Breaking Down the 2025 Dietary Guidelines with Dr. David Ludwig & Gary Taubes
Dr. Andrew Koutnik
Expert in diabetes and sports nutrition, researcher and advocate for low carb diets
Episode: NEW Research Challenges Everything We Know About Carbs & Exercise
Hannah Warren
A volunteer advocate who is involved in raising awareness of metabolic therapies for psychiatric conditions.
Metabolic Collective
Episode: Inside Metabolic Collective: Fueling Change in Mental Health
Natasha Smikles
Director of Impact and Operations at Metabolic Collective, with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field as a psychiatric nurse.
Metabolic Collective
Episode: Inside Metabolic Collective: Fueling Change in Mental Health
Eddie Rodriguez
VP of the Board of Metabolic Collective, with a background in finance and a personal connection to metabolic therapies through his father's battle with Alzheimer's.
Metabolic Collective
Episode: Inside Metabolic Collective: Fueling Change in Mental Health
Dr. Chris Masterjohn
Biochemist and nutrition scientist with a focus on nutrient optimization and metabolic health.
Harnessing the Power of Nutrients
Episode: Rethinking Serotonin And Depression: What SSRIs Really Do & What May Work Better
Dr. Parker Kelly
PhD and postdoctoral data science fellow in trauma and PTSD
San Francisco VA and University of California San Francisco Translational Psychedelic Research Program
Episode: Could Stress Be The Hidden Driver of Mental Illness?
Dr. Adam Wolfberg
Chief Medical Officer at Virta Health
Virta Health
Episode: The Data Is In: Reversing Metabolic Disease Is Possible

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Dr. Bret Scher
Host of Metabolic Mind and a medical director focused on advancing metabolic health through dietary strategies and research.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Not all Cocoa powder is high on saturated fat

    Blueprint cocoa powder is 0.5 g /1tbsp from what I figured out….most expensive than other though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wisdom4
    United States8 months ago
  • Grateful

    So grateful for this information. Thank you for your work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blaby girl
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Teicholz episode

    I have gotten a lot from this podcast generally and so much of what Nina Teicholz says in this episode is right on. You people are complete fools however if you think Trump & co are going to deliver anything you mention here. It blows my mind you could think otherwise.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    not comfortably online
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing podcast

    I've learned many things thanks to the Metabolic mind podcast! It has helped me get better diet habits and lose weight. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    benoitcy
    Francea year ago
  • Excellent, provocative content and a balanced approach to delivering it

    Dr. Scher has been an early, holistic thinker on the topic of metabolic health. He brings interesting, cutting edge speakers on his podcast and interviews them in a way that brings out salient points for the listener. He is careful to present content and ask questions in a balanced way that assumes an educated listener who wants expert guidance for how to think about drivers of their own metabolic health.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PNWrun
    United Statesa year ago

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Many users note the podcast's potential to positively impact mental health treatment perceptions through metabolic approaches.
The content is seen as balancing evidence-based discussions with personal stories, making it relatable.

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Q&A: Keto & Heart Risk, Liver & Kidney Safety, Keto Snacks, Supplements & More
Q: Can you help me understand whether this is the right diet for me?
Assessing the appropriateness of a ketogenic diet requires reflection on personal goals; achieving health benefits like controlling diabetes is the priority, even if ketone levels are not therapeutically high.
Q&A: Keto & Heart Risk, Liver & Kidney Safety, Keto Snacks, Supplements & More
Q: Is there any truth to the claim that you can damage your organs, specifically kidney and liver, by staying in ketosis?
There's no reputable human data to support that ketosis harms the liver or kidneys; rather, there is evidence showing improved function with a ketogenic diet.
Q&A: Keto & Heart Risk, Liver & Kidney Safety, Keto Snacks, Supplements & More
Q: Could you address spikes in LDL when initiating a medical ketogenic diet?
Spikes in LDL can occur for various reasons; it's important to assess if it's due to a genetic mutation or a dietary reaction, and there are individualized approaches to managing this without immediately resorting to statins.
Q&A: Cholesterol, CRP, & Ketogenic Therapy — A Cardiologist Weighs In
Q: What are the recommendations on limits in terms of saturated fat intake?
The relationship between saturated fat and heart health is complex. While guidelines exist, Dr. Scher emphasizes that saturated fat should be considered within the context of overall dietary habits, not just as a standalone consideration.
Q&A: Cholesterol, CRP, & Ketogenic Therapy — A Cardiologist Weighs In
Q: Is it possible to reach ketosis on EVO without animal fat?
Yes, you can get into ketosis with a vegetarian or vegan diet, as long as you restrict carbohydrates adequately.

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Content centers around the intersection of metabolic health and mental well-being, highlighting how metabolic interventions such as ketogenic therapy can serve as alternative treatments for serious mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and major depressive disorder. Episodes feature expert interviews, research discussions, and personal stories that aim to transform the understanding and treatment of mental disorders through a deeper appreciation of how metabolism affects brain health. Unique insights include exploring the environmental implications of dietary choices and the importance of incorporating nutritional strategies alongside traditional psychiatric care.

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1. The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman
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3. The Jesse Chappus Show
4. Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi
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1. Dr. David Ludwig
2. Gary Taubes
3. Dr. Andrew Koutnik
4. Hannah Warren
5. Natasha Smikles
6. Eddie Rodriguez
7. Dr. Chris Masterjohn
8. Dr. Parker Kelly

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