A Brief Review of Research on Ketogenic Diets as a Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder (BED) Introduction In this post, I will briefly outline some of the research showing that a ketogenic diet can be an excellent treatment for Binge Eating Disorder (BED). We will not be going into the underlying mechanisms involved in the pathology seen in Binge Eating Disorder (BED) or how the ketogenic diet can modify them. ThatContinue reading “A Brief Review of Research on Ketogenic Diets as a Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder (BED)”
Ketogenic Diets as a Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder (BED) Introduction I am very behind in writing this article. To be honest, I have avoided writing about the use of ketogenic diets with eating disorders completely. I didn’t want to deal with what I imagined would be the backlash from the clinical psychology community, which has a strong belief that any type of restriction inContinue reading “Ketogenic Diets as a Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder (BED)”
Will exogenous BHB supplements treat my mental illness? Will exogenous BHB supplements treat my mental illness? I get it. You don’t want to change your diet. Totally understandable. And my answer to whether exogenous β-Hydroxybutyrate (also known as beta hydroxy-butyrate or BHB) supplements will treat your mental illness is that I don’t know. And even the experts on exogenous ketones don’t know. AlthoughContinue reading “Will exogenous BHB supplements treat my mental illness?”
Ketogenic Diet for Substance Use Disorders and Addiction Introduction I believe that the use of ketogenic diets as a treatment for substance use disorders may be woefully underutilized by individuals and treatment centers. I think this is a potential problem. Are there profound psychosocial factors that drive substance use disorders? Absolutely. Am I suggesting that psychotherapy and social support are not needed? No.Continue reading “Ketogenic Diet for Substance Use Disorders and Addiction”
Ketogenic Therapy & Anorexia: UCSD’s Bold Exploration Ketogenic Therapy and Anorexia: UCSD’s Bold Exploration I don’t know who needs to hear this, but ketogenic diets are being investigated as a treatment for eating disorders. Yes, even Anorexia. Case studies treating anorexia with ketogenic diets have been published with some stellar results. And so now the real work begins in furthering the researchContinue reading “Ketogenic Therapy & Anorexia: UCSD’s Bold Exploration”
Mitochondrial Health and a Ketogenic Diet How Biogenesis, Dynamics, and Mitophagy Fix Your Brain Some of you are beginning to understand that you need to focus on mitochondrial function to have a healthy brain that allows a good mood and rockin’ cognitive function. Some of you are just good with knowing mitochondria are key. And you may enjoy this simple blogContinue reading “Mitochondrial Health and a Ketogenic Diet”
GABA and Ketogenic Diets GABA and Ketogenic Diets We need to talk about the role of GABA in mental illness and neurological disorders. And then, I am going to explain to you why ketones can help regulate this neurotransmitter. What is GABA? GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, and it plays a critical roleContinue reading “GABA and Ketogenic Diets”
Understanding the Science Behind Ketogenic Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder Understanding the Science Behind Ketogenic Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder Let’s explore the outcomes of a study that explored the neurobiological evidence supporting improvement in depression with a ketogenic diet and find out what underlying biological mechanisms they uncovered through in vitro and in vivo studies in the scientific literature. Shamshtein D, Liwinski T. KetogenicContinue reading “Understanding the Science Behind Ketogenic Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder”
What do mitochondria do? Mitochondria do much more than just provide power to cells. Don’t get me wrong. They have everything to do with energy. And because they are so important to energy production, they play a key role in metabolism. And as a result, they are center stage in the field of Metabolic Psychiatry. We hear that mitochondriaContinue reading “What do mitochondria do?”
PCOS and Brain Fog Cognitive symptoms in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) are a neurological issue. Problems with memory, concentration, and learning that are seen in women with PCOS are neurological issues. And that is why going on birth control pills will not fix it. I try to stay on topic on this blog. I really want Google to getContinue reading “PCOS and Brain Fog”
Mild Cognitive Impairment and MCT Oil Introduction If you are reading this blog post, it may be because you already suspect or have a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Some cases of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will stop in progression and not move towards impaired functioning at a level to meet the criteria for Dementia. What is Mild Cognitive ImpairmentContinue reading “Mild Cognitive Impairment and MCT Oil”
Best Treatment for brain fog a call to women seeking Best Treatment for brain fog a call to women seeking Update! This program research is COMPLETE! In my quest to speak with 50 women suffering from brain fog symptoms, regardless of reason or diagnosis, I am finding a lot of misinformation and confusion. In order to find women to interview for my program development, IContinue reading “Best Treatment for brain fog a call to women seeking”
