by Chris Palmer, MD | Sep 29, 2024 | Science
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...
by Chris Palmer, MD | Sep 25, 2024 | Science, The Brain Energy Movement - Advocacy
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...
by Chris Palmer, MD | Sep 19, 2024 | Science
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,...
by Chris Palmer, MD | Sep 11, 2024 | The Brain Energy Movement - Advocacy
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...
by Chris Palmer, MD | Sep 6, 2024 | The Brain Energy Movement - Advocacy
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...