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Treatment-Resistant Depression and Suicidal Ideation: A Metabolic Disorder?
Major depressive disorder (MDD) remains a leading cause of disability worldwide. For those with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), the stakes are even higher. A recent study by Pan et al. (2023) identifies a strong association between metabolic...
Kicking Through the Stigma: Zane Gonzalez’s Journey with OCD
As the pressure mounts in the final seconds of an NFL game, all eyes fall on the kicker—a position often underappreciated until the stakes are sky-high. For Zane Gonzalez, placekicker for the Washington Commanders, his calm demeanor and ability to perform under...
Now on YouTube! Six Ways Diet Can Affect Your Mental Health
Discover the powerful link between diet and mental health in this deep dive. It’s not nearly as simple as most people think. Learn six different ways that your food choices can impact mood, energy, and even severe mental health conditions. From nutrient deficiencies...
Does Mental Health Treatment Work? It Depends on Your Definition of “Work.”
When asking whether mental health treatment works, it’s essential to begin by defining what “work” actually means. For many, it’s about finding relief from overwhelming symptoms. For others, it’s about regaining a sense of purpose, building meaningful relationships,...
Diet and Mental Health: Untangling Complex Mechanisms
Diet’s Influence Goes Beyond “Healthy Foods for Your Brain” The connection between diet and mental health is undeniable, but it’s far more complex than simply eating "healthy foods for your brain." Diet influences mental health through diverse mechanisms—ranging from...
A Revolutionary Year for Brain Energy
Brain Energy: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025 As 2024 draws to a close, I’m filled with gratitude and inspiration as I reflect on what has been an extraordinary year. The progress we’ve made together in advancing the understanding of metabolism’s role in...
A Holiday Message for Your Mind and Body
Happy Holidays! As the holiday season unfolds, we’re reminded of the diversity of traditions that mark this time of year. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, or simply enjoy the quieter moments of year-end reflection, this is a season rich with...
Staying Sober Around the Holidays: 5 Tips for Balance and Resilience
As someone who’s maintained sobriety for nearly eight years, I understand how challenging the holiday season can be for those of us who choose this path. The festive focus on socializing, indulgence, and often an emphasis on alcohol can feel overwhelming. But it’s...
A Warrior’s Comeback: Sam’s Story
After serving in the military for over ten years and working as a police officer in a busy city, Sam began to feel “broken.” She was struggling with PTSD, which started to affect her work performance and personal life. She was gaining weight rapidly despite no changes...
Celebrating Two Years of Brain Energy!
Two years ago, Brain Energy was published, sparking a global movement to revolutionize how we understand and treat mental health. Reflecting on this milestone, I am filled with gratitude, hope, and determination to continue this important work. The journey has been...
Thanksgiving: A Time for Gratitude, Connection, and Purpose
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a natural time to reflect on life’s blessings—family, relationships, and the purpose that gives life meaning. For many, this season brings warmth and connection, but it can also be a challenging time, especially for those who feel...
Election Results, Discord, and the Need for Unity
In the aftermath of a charged election season, we’re left facing not just the outcome on the ballot but the intense emotions and polarization these results leave behind. Many feel relieved, while others are fearful. Some are caught in a loop of anger or resentment...
The Metabolic Revolution Rally: Marching Towards Progress
A few weeks ago, on October 13, 2024, the Metabolic Revolution held the country’s first-ever rally for metabolic health at the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. It was a historic gathering advocating for essential changes in healthcare priorities. Hundreds of...
Addressing Veterans’ Health Through Integrated Mental and Metabolic Health Care
This Veterans Day, as we honor the service and sacrifice of military veterans, we must also confront the unique and complex health challenges they face after returning to civilian life. Veterans often begin their service with strong physical and mental resilience, but...
Autism: Disorder, Disability, or Just Different?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to spark debate—not only among clinicians but also within the autistic community. Is autism a disorder requiring treatment, a disability that calls for accommodations, or simply a different way of being in the world? This...
Chronic Sinus Infections and Mental Health: A Two-Way Street
Chronic sinus infections, medically termed chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), affect roughly 12% of the U.S. population, manifesting as a persistent inflammation of the sinuses for over 12 weeks. Beyond the congestion, facial pain, and difficulty breathing, a...
Neurodegeneration and Metabolism: Seeing Beyond Symptoms to Root Causes
Neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Parkinson’s disease (PD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and Huntington’s disease (HD) are typically distinguished by their hallmark clinical features—memory loss in Alzheimer’s, motor difficulties in...
Rising Mortality in the US: The Role of Chronic Disease and the National Conversation on Health
The United States is facing an alarming rise in mortality, and it’s not COVID-19 driving this trend. While the pandemic initially captured headlines, a deeper health crisis has been unfolding for decades—non-COVID deaths, especially from chronic diseases, are surging....
Treatment-Resistant Depression and Suicidal Ideation: A Metabolic Disorder?
Major depressive disorder (MDD) remains a leading cause of disability worldwide. For those with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), the stakes are even higher. A recent study by Pan et al. (2023) identifies a strong association between metabolic...
Kicking Through the Stigma: Zane Gonzalez’s Journey with OCD
As the pressure mounts in the final seconds of an NFL game, all eyes fall on the kicker—a position often underappreciated until the stakes are sky-high. For Zane Gonzalez, placekicker for the Washington Commanders, his calm demeanor and ability to perform under...
Now on YouTube! Six Ways Diet Can Affect Your Mental Health
Discover the powerful link between diet and mental health in this deep dive. It’s not nearly as simple as most people think. Learn six different ways that your food choices can impact mood, energy, and even severe mental health conditions. From nutrient deficiencies...
Does Mental Health Treatment Work? It Depends on Your Definition of “Work.”
When asking whether mental health treatment works, it’s essential to begin by defining what “work” actually means. For many, it’s about finding relief from overwhelming symptoms. For others, it’s about regaining a sense of purpose, building meaningful relationships,...
Diet and Mental Health: Untangling Complex Mechanisms
Diet’s Influence Goes Beyond “Healthy Foods for Your Brain” The connection between diet and mental health is undeniable, but it’s far more complex than simply eating "healthy foods for your brain." Diet influences mental health through diverse mechanisms—ranging from...
A Revolutionary Year for Brain Energy
Brain Energy: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025 As 2024 draws to a close, I’m filled with gratitude and inspiration as I reflect on what has been an extraordinary year. The progress we’ve made together in advancing the understanding of metabolism’s role in...
A Holiday Message for Your Mind and Body
Happy Holidays! As the holiday season unfolds, we’re reminded of the diversity of traditions that mark this time of year. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, or simply enjoy the quieter moments of year-end reflection, this is a season rich with...
Staying Sober Around the Holidays: 5 Tips for Balance and Resilience
As someone who’s maintained sobriety for nearly eight years, I understand how challenging the holiday season can be for those of us who choose this path. The festive focus on socializing, indulgence, and often an emphasis on alcohol can feel overwhelming. But it’s...
A Warrior’s Comeback: Sam’s Story
After serving in the military for over ten years and working as a police officer in a busy city, Sam began to feel “broken.” She was struggling with PTSD, which started to affect her work performance and personal life. She was gaining weight rapidly despite no changes...
Celebrating Two Years of Brain Energy!
Two years ago, Brain Energy was published, sparking a global movement to revolutionize how we understand and treat mental health. Reflecting on this milestone, I am filled with gratitude, hope, and determination to continue this important work. The journey has been...
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