The Body Ecology Diet, developed by Donna Gates, aims to restore and maintain the body's inner ecology. The book teaches how to use seven basic universal principles to overcome health challenges, create ideal digestive balance, conquer cravings, and plan meals with nutritious recipes. It emphasizes the importance of gut health, fermented foods, and proper food combining. The diet is designed to heal the gut, eliminate dysbiosis, and strengthen the immune system, making it beneficial for those with autoimmune, neurodevelopmental, and mood disorders[3][4][5].
In *Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety*, Dr. Drew Ramsey provides actionable tips based on the latest research in neuroscience and nutrition. The book offers a six-week plan to improve mental health through diet, focusing on brain-cell health, reducing inflammation, and cultivating a healthy microbiome. It explores essential vitamins and minerals for brain health and includes anti-inflammatory foods to support mental wellness.
The Happiness Diet explores the Modern American Diet's impact on mental health, highlighting the importance of nutrient-dense foods for brain health. It provides practical advice, including lists of foods to avoid, shopping tips, and brain-building recipes to help readers adopt a healthier lifestyle.
In 'Healing the Modern Brain', Dr. Drew Ramsey presents a proactive, fitness-based approach to mental health, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle choices and nutrition in building mental fitness. The book combines scientific research with clinical insights to help readers improve brain function and emotional health.
50 Shades of Kale is a vibrant cookbook by Drew Ramsey, M.D., and Jennifer Iserloh, offering 50 mouth-watering recipes that highlight the versatility and nutritional benefits of kale. From smoothies to soups and salads, the book provides a variety of creative ways to incorporate kale into your diet.
You think you’re optimizing your brain—but what if the real culprit behind your brain fog, anxiety, and burnout is the modern world itself?
In this episode, Columbia University psychiatrist and nutritional neuroscience pioneer Dr. Drew Ramsey joins Dave Asprey to decode the biological chaos hijacking your mind—and how to fight back. From inflammation and gut dysbiosis to screen-induced disconnection and hidden trauma, this is the ultimate roadmap for healing the modern brain.
You’ll explore the cutting-edge science of neuroplasticity, discover how movement and social connection trigger brain growth, and learn why food is still your most powerful antidepressant. Plus: dancing, psychedelics, kale debates, and why porn is quietly reshaping the male brain.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
• Why brain fog, anxiety, and mood swings might be signs your brain is inflamed
• How movement—especially dancing—can literally help your brain grow stronger
• What your gut has to do with your mental health (and why some “healthy” foods can backfire)
• The truth about antidepressants, supplements, and why there’s no one-size-fits-all fix
• Why porn, ultra-processed food, and doomscrolling are silently wrecking focus and drive
• A new way to think about mental fitness—like a workout plan for your brain
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Resources:
• A Day of Biohacking and Consciousness Event April 12th: https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/
• Dave Asprey’s New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
• Drew’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/?hl=en
• Drew’s Linktree: https://shorturl.at/CIIR5
• Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
• Dave Asprey’s Website: https://daveasprey.com
• Dave Asprey’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
• Upgrade Collective – Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
• Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
• Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
• 40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
• 00:00 – Trailer
• 01:43 – Intro
• 02:51 – The State of Mental Health Today
• 04:00 – Nutritional Psychiatry and Personal Experiences
• 05:21 – Environmental Factors and Brain Health
• 05:55 – Chemical Balance and Psychiatry
• 09:19 – Mental Fitness and Connection
• 14:17 – Modern Brain Challenges
• 16:26 – The Role of Movement and Dance
• 22:44 – Sex, Relationships, and Mental Health
• 34:02 – Microbiome and Mental Health
• 36:50 – Transitioning to Urban Life and Mental Health
• 37:29 – The Role of Nature in Mental Well-being
• 38:14 – Personal Experiences with Gut Health
• 39:45 – Trial and Error in Mental Health
• 42:16 – Cognitive Resilience and High Performance
• 45:37 – The Importance of Family Meals
• 46:33 – Challenges of Rural and Urban Living
• 47:53 – Brain Health: Beyond Neurons
• 49:01 – Neuroplasticity and Mental Fitness
• 52:50 – Biohacking Mental Health
• 57:31 – The Role of Serotonin in Depression
• 01:03:57 – Debating the Benefits of Kale
• 01:12:03 – Final Thoughts on Mental Health and Resilience
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