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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....
Is Our Food Safe?
In recent years, the safety of our food supply has become an increasingly complex and pressing concern. As new ingredients and additives enter our food system at an alarming rate, we must ask ourselves a fundamental question: Is our food safe? Two recent developments...
Ultra-Processed Foods: A Culprit in the Global Mental Health Crisis?
As we navigate the growing challenges of the global mental health crisis, one potential culprit has increasingly emerged from the shadows: ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Often maligned for their role in obesity and physical health issues, these foods may also be...
Addressing the Root Cause of Mental and Chronic Disease: A Paradigm Shift in Health Care
In my recent speech delivered before Senator Ron Johnson, Mr. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and distinguished guests, I explored the pressing need for a paradigm shift in how we view and treat chronic diseases, including mental health disorders. Drawing on years of research...
The Liver-Brain Connection: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Dementia Symptoms
Dementia is a complex condition that significantly impacts both patients and their families, and finding effective treatments remains a challenge. However, a recent study highlights that not all cognitive impairments labeled as dementia are irreversible. In fact,...
Healthy Aging: The Crucial Role of Mental Health
Aging is a natural process, but how we age—physically, mentally, and emotionally—can be shaped by the choices we make. Much of the conversation surrounding healthy aging focuses on physical health, but there is increasing recognition that mental health plays a pivotal...
World Suicide Prevention Day: Addressing the Intersection of Mental and Metabolic Health
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day, dedicated to raising awareness and taking action against the tragic reality of suicide. This observance provides a critical opportunity to reflect on how mental and metabolic health intersect and how addressing both can...
Optimizing Energy Levels for Peak Performance at Work: The Role of Metabolic Health
In today's fast-paced work environment, maintaining high energy levels, sharp focus, and consistent productivity can be challenging. Many professionals find themselves grappling with fatigue, brain fog, and declining performance. While various factors contribute to...
Carnitine and Mental Health: Exploring Its Role, Benefits, and Risks in Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Carnitine, a compound derived from amino acids, plays a critical role in energy production within the body. It acts as a key transporter of long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria, where these fats are oxidized to produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the cell’s...
Light: A Metabolic Intervention with Broad Therapeutic Potential
In recent years, light therapy has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological treatment across a wide range of conditions, from chronic pain and dermatological disorders to vision problems, post-stroke depression, and cognitive decline in dementia. While light is most...
Stress, the Brain, and the Gut: New Pathways Unveiled
We’ve all heard about the importance of the gut-brain connection for both metabolic and mental health. New research just published in the prestigious journal Cell, titled "Stress-sensitive neural circuits change the gut microbiome via duodenal glands," has unveiled a...
Gratitude and Longevity: Bridging the Gap Between Mental and Physical Health
The relationship between mental and physical health has long intrigued scientists and healthcare providers. Many are skeptical of the relationship between “soft” signs, like gratitude, and overall health. Recent research, however, suggests we should take this more...
Linking Psychosocial Experiences and Brain Energy
New research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences highlights a fascinating connection between psychosocial experiences and brain energy, or more specifically, mitochondrial biology. This study, led by Caroline Trumpff, Anna S. Monzel,...
Stress, Psychiatric Disorders, and Mitochondria
In the realm of mental health, understanding the biological underpinnings that contribute to psychiatric disorders is crucial. The research paper "Stress and Psychiatric Disorders: The Role of Mitochondria" by Teresa E. Daniels, Elizabeth M. Olsen, and Audrey R. Tyrka...
Neuropsychiatry Scholars: Audrey R. Tyrka, MD, PhD
Dr. Audrey R. Tyrka is a distinguished figure in the field of psychiatry and human behavior, currently serving as a professor and chair of the Department at Brown University. Dr. Tyrka's research is notable for its focus on the impact of early-life adversity on...
Brain Energy Metabolism in Schizophrenia: Insights from Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
Schizophrenia (SZ) is a severe mental illness that poses significant challenges to both patients and healthcare systems. Despite extensive research efforts, the underlying molecular mechanisms of SZ and the trajectory of disease progression remain poorly...
PTSD and Mitochondria
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. This disorder is characterized by symptoms such as flashbacks, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Recent research...
Gisele Bündchen’s Journey: Transforming Mental Health Through Diet
In a candid revelation that has resonated with many, Gisele Bündchen, the globally renowned supermodel, shared her intense struggle with severe panic attacks and depression during the early stages of her career. Her story is not just a narrative of personal...
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....
Is Our Food Safe?
In recent years, the safety of our food supply has become an increasingly complex and pressing concern. As new ingredients and additives enter our food system at an alarming rate, we must ask ourselves a fundamental question: Is our food safe? Two recent developments...
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