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Fueling a Healthy Mind: Ketones, Fasting & Brain Chemistry with Dr. Georgia Ede

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Jun 16, 2025
Join Dr. Georgia Ede, an expert in nutritional psychiatry, as she explores how the ketogenic diet can enhance brain health and cognitive function. She delves into the intricate balance between neurotransmitters like GABA and glutamate, revealing how ketones can stabilize mental wellness. Dr. Ede discusses the neuroprotective benefits of ketones, the transformative potential for those with anxiety and depression, and the importance of dietary changes for overall mental clarity. Perfect insights for women 40+ seeking to boost their midlife journey!
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INSIGHT

Brain's Hybrid Fuel System

  • Ketones are a cleaner and more efficient fuel source for the brain than glucose.
  • The brain works best as a hybrid engine using both ketones and glucose for energy.
ADVICE

Achieve Ketosis by Managing Insulin

  • To achieve ketosis, focus on lowering insulin by reducing carbs, moderating protein, and eating more fat.
  • Eating too frequently or too much protein can stop ketone production, so manage meal timing and portions carefully.
INSIGHT

Balancing Brain Neurotransmitters

  • GABA calms the brain; glutamate stimulates it, and a balance between them is essential.
  • Diets high in refined carbs cause brain chemistry imbalances by destabilizing glucose and insulin levels.
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