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Holistic Mental Health with Brendan Vermeire

Aug 28, 2023

Brendan Vermeire, Mental and Metabolic Health Scientist & Researcher, discusses mental health, chemical imbalances, epigenetic changes, early life stress, root causes of health issues, mold's impact on the brain, and advice for struggling individuals.

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Brendan Vermeire

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Quick takeaways

Childhood stress and trauma can alter epigenetic expression, leading to increased inflammation and oxidative stress in the body and brain.

Chronic inflammation can make it difficult to create new neural pathways and heal from trauma.

Obsessively searching for root causes can be a trauma response and may hinder healing progress.

Deep dives

The impact of childhood stress and trauma on epigenetics and mental health

Childhood stress and trauma can alter epigenetic expression, leading to increased inflammation and oxidative stress in the body and brain. This can manifest as mental illness and affect behavior and overall health. Understanding the role of epigenetics in mental health is crucial in developing effective treatment strategies.

Introduction

5min

The Role of Purpose in Mental Health

2min

Facing Humanity: A Journey of Struggles and Mental Health

17min

Optimizing Thyroid Health and Beyond

2min

Exploring Mental Illness and Inflammation

9min

Understanding Genetic Testing, Methylation, and Optimizing Health

2min

Genetics, Trauma, and the Importance of Addressing Inflammation

19min

In today's episode, I am chatting with Brendan Vermeire, a Mental and Metabolic Health Scientist & Researcher, Functional Medicine Educator, Writer, and Speaker. He is a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Master Nutrition Coach, Master Personal Trainer, USAW Sports Performance Coach, and Crossfit Trainer.

He is the proud owner and founder of the Metabolic Solutions Institute for Functional Health and Fitness Practitioners and the creator of the Functional Mental Health Practitioner Certificate Course. He is also the founder of the Metabolic Solutions Research & Education Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to ‘changing the way the world views mental health’ through advancing the science of Mental Health Dysfunction. He is also the creator of The Mental M.A.P.™, a cutting-edge Lab Panel for Mental Health.

In this episode, we cover:

Brendan's background and journey to the functional mental health field
Mental health issues and chemical imbalances, with Brendan's viewpoint about the root of our mental health concerns
What is driving epigenetic changes and how can they show up as mental illness
How early life stress in childhood can alter our behavior
Chasing root causes of health issues and trauma responses
How mold impacts our brains, and its connection to mental health
Brendan's advice for individuals struggling with their mental health

Connect with Brendan:

www.metabolicsolutionsllc.com

https://www.facebook.com/metabolicsolutionsllc/

@the_holistic_savage

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-vermeire-23754693/

Thyroid Mineral Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/e5aa246b68

Connect with Me:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd

Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723

Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd

Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course