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Metabolic Mind

GLP-1 and Ketosis: Novel Mental Health Treatments

Dec 26, 2023
World-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Roger McIntyre joins to discuss the potential of GLP1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic in treating mental health disorders, comparing them to ketogenic therapy. They explore the intersection of medication effects and ketogenic therapy, the role of brain energy in psychiatric treatments, and the evolution and hope in psychiatric care.
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  • GLP-1 medications may aid in psychiatric symptoms, offering potential treatment beyond weight loss.
  • GLP-1 medications, like Wegovy and Ozempic, show neuroprotective potential by targeting brain energy dysregulation.

Deep dives

The Shift in Mental Illness Understanding towards Brain Cell Energy

Recent advancements in technology have allowed psychiatry to delve into new frontiers regarding mental illness causation and treatment. The focus has shifted towards brain cell energy utilization abnormalities as a critical factor in mental illnesses. Research indicates that variations in energy homeostasis may contribute to the development and exacerbation of mental health conditions, leading to potential innovative therapeutic approaches centered around resetting brain cell energy.

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