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Dr. Chris Palmer: Diet & Nutrition for Mental Health
Nov 21, 2022
Dr. Chris Palmer, a Harvard psychiatrist, dives into the groundbreaking links between diet and mental health. He discusses the ketogenic diet's role in treating conditions like depression and schizophrenia, revealing how it boosts mitochondrial function and overall cognitive health. Palmer emphasizes the diet's benefits for mood, sleep, and even gut health, while addressing the risks of substances like alcohol in mental wellness. With his innovative approach, he provides a fresh perspective on using nutrition as a powerful tool in mental health treatment.
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- Ketogenic diet shows promise in treating mental illnesses like depression and schizophrenia.
- Mitochondria play diverse roles influencing brain health, neurotransmitters, and gene expression.
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The Evolution of Dietary Treatments in Psychiatry
The ketogenic diet, initially developed in 1921 to treat epilepsy, is being explored to treat various mental health disorders such as chronic depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. While early results were positive, the diet has been rediscovered in the 1970s for treatment-resistant cases, showing promise in providing relief for patients with chronic mental disorders.
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