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This Stuck With Me: Harvard Psychiatrist Reveals The #1 Foods You Must STOP Eating To Heal Your Brain

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Feb 21, 2025
Dr. Chris Palmer, a Harvard psychiatrist, delves into the intriguing link between diet and mental health. He reveals how ultra-processed foods can disrupt mitochondrial function, potentially increasing the risk of mental disorders like depression and anxiety. The conversation highlights personalized nutrition as a strategy for improving mental well-being and managing stress. Dr. Palmer advocates for a holistic approach, suggesting that dietary changes can significantly impact metabolic health, ultimately healing our brains.
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INSIGHT

Diet and Mental Health

  • Most mental health clinicians dismiss the idea of diet influencing mental illness.
  • However, scientific evidence suggests mental disorders are metabolic, and diet heavily impacts metabolism.
ANECDOTE

Personal Transformation

  • Dr. Palmer treated his metabolic syndrome with a low-carbohydrate diet.
  • This unexpectedly improved his mental health significantly, leading to increased happiness and energy.
INSIGHT

Mitochondria and Diet

  • Mitochondria, responsible for metabolic processes, can be affected by diet.
  • Ultra-processed foods cause dysfunction, similar to trauma, while healthier foods promote better function.
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