116. How Can Metabolic Health Transform Your Anxiety and Self-Image?

Hi everyone!

In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I sit down with the awesome Ben Azadi—author of Metabolic Freedom—to chat about something that’s not always on people’s radar when it comes to anxiety: metabolic health. Yep, your metabolism and your mind are more connected than you might think!

We dive into why understanding metabolic dysfunction is so important, how the way we see ourselves can actually help (or hinder) our healing, and why gratitude isn’t just some fluffy feel-good thing—it’s a legit superpower.

Ben brings the goods with practical tips on improving your sleep, making smarter food choices, and how ketosis might just give your mental health a boost.

We also talk about the magic of small wins—those little victories that add up and make a big difference in your journey toward better health and peace of mind.

It’s a fun, insightful conversation packed with real talk and real tools.

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd

P.S. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4500+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below:
https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to Metabolic Freedom

03:03 Understanding Metabolic Dysfunction

05:59 The Role of Self-Image in Change

08:54 The Journey from Rock Bottom

12:02 Finding Purpose and Small Wins

14:59 The Power of Gratitude and Mindset

20:57 The Power of Gratitude

22:31 Transforming Gratitude into a Feeling

24:16 Retraining the Brain with Gratitude

26:13 The Impact of Nutrition on Mental Health

29:54 Practical Tips for Better Sleep

32:14 The Role of Fasting and Nature in Mental Clarity

36:40 Navigating Social Media and Dopamine Levels

40:51 Understanding Ketosis for Brain Health