Dr. Chris Palmer: Diet & Nutrition for Mental Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #99

My guest this episode is Chris Palmer, M.D., a board-certified psychiatrist and assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He explains the important connection between nutrition, metabolism and mental health and his pioneering work using the ketogenic diet to successfully treat patients with various mental illnesses, including depression and schizophrenia. Dr. Palmer explains how the ketogenic diet is an evidenced-based treatment for epilepsy, mimics the fasted state and can offset the cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s. He describes the key roles of mitochondria in mental health, how certain conditions likely arise from mitochondrial dysfunction, and how low-carbohydrate diets increase mitochondrial turnover to improve mental health. He also explains how low-carbohydrate diets positively impact the gut microbiome and weight loss, important risk factors for mitochondrial health such as marijuana and alcohol, and the best way to increase circulating ketones depending on individual needs. We also cover how a ketogenic diet impacts mood, sleep, and fertility. Dr. Palmer’s work stands as a revolutionary approach to mental health and disease that, given the prevalence of mental health challenges, should be of interest to people of all backgrounds and ages.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Dr. Chris Palmer, Mental Health & Metabolic Disorders
00:03:25 Thesis, Eight Sleep, ROKA
00:07:18 Nutrition & Mental Health
00:20:43 Low-Carb Diets & Anti-Depression, Fasting, Ketosis
00:27:52 Schizophrenia, Depression & Ketogenic Diet
00:34:32 AG1 (Athletic Greens)
00:35:38 Psychiatric Mediations, Diet Adherence
00:42:35 Highly Processed Foods, Ketones & Mental Health Benefits
00:46:51 Ketogenic Diet & Epilepsy Treatment
00:56:10 Ketogenic Diet & Mitochondria Health
00:57:05 Nutrition & Benefits for Neurologic/Psychiatric Disorders
01:05:44 Mitochondrial Function & Mental Health
01:15:12 InsideTracker
01:16:23 Mitophagy, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Aging & Diet
01:25:09 Neurons, Mitochondria & Blood Glucose
01:31:54 Obesity, Ketogenic Diet & Mitochondria
01:40:00 Mitochondrial Function: Inheritance, Risk Factors, Marijuana
01:46:34 Alcohol & Ketogenic Diet
01:55:21 Brain Imaging, Alzheimer’s Disease & Ketones
02:01:05 Exogenous (Liquid) Ketones vs. Ketogenic Diet
02:06:27 Neuronal Damage, Ketones & Glucose
02:10:16 Alzheimer’s Disease, Age-Related Cognitive Decline & Ketogenic Diet
02:23:45 Ketogenic Diet & Weight Loss
02:35:47 Ketogenic Diet & Fasting, Hypomania, Sleep
02:46:37 Low Carbohydrate Diets, Menstrual Cycles, Fertility
02:52:23 Obesity Epidemic, Semaglutide & GLP-1 Medications
03:01:01 Zero-Cost Support, KZbin Feedback, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, Momentous Supplements, Neural Network Newsletter, Social Media
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[@blackwatch16]

No other point in human history could you listen to experts of the top universities speak in depth about how the latest discoveries in their field can improve your life, all from the comfort of home. WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE

[@ssnjr1299]

not for long

[@martinepeters9891]

In the past we had to pay so much money for attending lectures like these.

[@maaikees]

Ikr!

[@LuIsSaNcHeZ510]

I’m just a lowly gardener and I’ve been able to get an incredible education thanks to these types of podcasts. You’re 100% correct. What a time to be alive with a super computer in your pocket. 😊

[@nikkimarie7]

Right!!!

[@nickagunter]

Dr. Palmer should get a Nobel Prize. He’s made a real difference in so many lives with his discoveries.

[@mariee.5912]

Agree.

[@mrdylanjoseph]

I thought I was bi-polar, I was a 6-7 day a week heavy drinker, 350 pounds, suicidal, etc. After losing 60-70 pounds I noticed exercise was definitely helping my mental. Then I plateaued. A few months ago I started changing my diet, not necessarily Keto, but highly reducing bread and sugar. I actively avoid “added” or “included” sugars. Two months in and holy shit… I’ve never been more focused, measured, calm, and truly blissful. Where I used to react compulsively, I now respond consciously. I had been listening to Sadhguru, and I was picking up what he was putting down. However once I got on this low carb diet I feel like I live like him! Very minimal rumination or overthinking now. I’m living in the moment far more often now, and my emotions come like before, but I can breathe my way through it now and the feeling is over within 10 minutes. That’s like God mode to a person who is not diagnosed, but certainly felt OCD and bipolar my whole adult life… In conclusion, FORCE yourself to try this diet! If you show improvement at all stick with it! Fuck that comfort food! Don’t you wanna be truly happy? Don’t you want confidence and stability? You got this!! Love!

[@hafizal3783]

Do u really mean that?

[@juanagallo7497]

@Dylan-- Thanks for taking the time to REALLY inspire us to take action....your clearly heart-felt words really move me to make a change, however "un-comfortable" in order to gain what YOU have.

[@NunYaO]

I've had the same type of response! I truly think keto saved my life!

[@lindamcmahan4686]

So happy for you!!! Keep up the good work, YOU ARE WORTH IT! I had severe depression and PTSD and had the constant negative thought cycling through my mind all the time, and the change to keto diet, meditation and self hypnosis, and my transformation was as remarkable as yours!! Congratulations!!!! To date I have lost around 50ish pounds in about 3 months, I'm 57 and have struggled with my weight and feelings of inadequacy and self-reproach my entire life, but now I have the joy of the Lord in my heart. I had absolute zero "happy" inside of me. Pretty sure I had some degree of PTSD from various events in my life. Thanks for sharing your story, keep on living a great life🥳

[@EllisIsland2023]

Inspirational story. Thanks for sharing and congrats on your amazing transformation.

[@staceyface]

This episode got my husband who suffers from schizophrenia to start keto with me and lose 50 lbs in 6 months and he's feeling great. Thank you so much for sharing this information! Love these podcasts 💕

[@CashMoneyMoore]

Incredible! Hope he achieves a full recovery

[@o221e3]

Could you give details about what ratio of keto he used. And what apps or cheat sheets that helped you as a beginner! And a update of his medications or any other info ?? Thank you

[@staceyface]

​@@o221e3 well I took the deep dive with keto first and did all the leg work with learning. He got to reap the benefits since I do the shopping. For myself, I used carb manager to track my macros of about 70/20/10 but he isn't a fan of tracking so I pulled all of the carbs and showed him the foods he could have. We eat a lot of nut butter, meat and cheese. No changes with meds currently but we have noticed he's a lot more alert and he feels more satiated than before. We've been toying with fasting after watching videos from Dr. Mindy Pelz. She talks about different kinds of fasting and "ketobiotic" eating for mitochondrial health. We really enjoy breaking our fast with a kefir or Greek yogurt and berry smoothie. Then I can add in all the stuff we may not fit in otherwise. We enjoy stir fry meals to get in our veggies as well 🙂

[@sharonmullins1066]

@@o221e3Read the book called, Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution..

[@marycollins8215]

I am so moved to learn you have this positive outcome. I'm 64 and don't take any pharmaceuticals, but did address my MS diagnosis with diet and lifestyle at 36 and have done very well. My mother had schizophrenia and I so wish I had known then what I do now and that I had been able to help her while she was alive. Good for you two!

[@intramotus]

I think Dr. Palmer is a real gem. You can feel his deep humanity from his tone and from his kind eyes.

[@gentleeyes]

Well said 💙

[@cindyjones233]

Thank you for your courage in telling your experiences. It is balm.

[@MrOrangefuse]

He has the miley cyrus tone lol

[@tarlieeeeeee]

​@@MrOrangefuseaaal to

[@l.w.paradis2108]

I noticed the very same thing in the first few minutes. He is a sweetheart.

[@xochiltrodriguez428]

I work at a psych hospital as a clinical therapist. I keep telling parents and patients that there is more than just psych meds and individual therapy. I have been sharing names like Dr. Huberman and many others. I'm adding Dr. Palmer to the list. Thank you.

[@solomani5959]

Fascinating stuff, but I just want to say I find it refreshing to see two people ALLOW THE OTHER PERSON to completely finish their sentence and train of thought before responding. It's rare to see these days. +1

[@ERRNCAM1]

Andrew is absolutely a great host and educator!

[@debrabunger9302]

So true!

[@MFKaradayiEnglish]

It's usually the case with highly educated/scientist people. They have deep respect for their peers and it shows through their behavior. Also, scientists traditionally communicate their knowledge and research through long presentations with no interruption where questions are mostly asked at the very end so they are used to this kimd of format

[@johnrice1943]

Except for the few times Andrew interrupted, but totally apologized, and the interruption was necessary to the conversation, and showed his excitement to participate. At least he was classy about it.

[@zoecoote3746]

Yes !

[@fabiocaetanofigueiredo1353]

I was so saddened by the clear emotional change of voice tone when he mentioned being homeless with his mom... 😭😭😭 Brother, I am so sorry for what you endured - and so happy for you having overcomed it 👏👏👏

[@MissDarlaDeville]

As someone who was homeless with her mom, your kindness is moving

[@bettyhirsch-klein1701]

Homeless with my son. Really affects both of us. We both developed weight problems. He still suffers mental issues but became very healthy focused on heath. Nevertheless metabolic syndromebhas impacted both of us. I work in mental health field. Never address root cause of illness. Pharmaceuticals control this field.

[@fabiocaetanofigueiredo1353]

@@bettyhirsch-klein1701 so sorry to hear about your story 😞, stay strong, wish you and your son a complete recovery and all the best 🙏

[@Aunt_Betty]

Childhood trauma never leaves the emotions in us.

[@FabAgainOver50]

Have you seen Pete Walkers work on recovering/functioning better/ from cPTSD? I recommend it to you​@@Aunt_Betty

[@ExcellentHealth]

Thank you Andrew. Thank you for giving humanity all of this for free. We appreciate it a lot.

[@kardashevautomatron8144]

I saw the guest was Chris Palmer and knew this would be my favorite episode yet!

[@lsamudraleitan8215]

Thank you eternally for sharing true science with the public

[@sutravevarsha]

+1

[@mv1362]

I hadn't considered he could be charging for this! He's so wonderful

[@jay5297]

You don’t speak for me!

[@ANKA.OUTLOOK]

99 podcasts. I don't know how much he contributed to the society. Truly humble man.

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

Fr! Thanks for pointing that out. I didn't notice till then. :3

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

:3 Plant-based diet you can check if compliance was done too. You can check for saturated fat, clogged arteries, etc. to see if they fell off plant-based and have those things non-vegans have.

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

:p Just recently a person crashed a flying car into a building while drunk, which caused almost half the building on fire. It furthered disproved the official 9/11 narrative that many of us disbelieve, that evidence and many experts debunked. Self-driving vehicles with proven safety manual overrides and more public transport will have cheaper financial costs, less traffic, more spaces for other things besides parking lots (they say about 90-95% of the time personal vehicles are parked during the day for the average one), saving yourself from excessive stress, saving people from accidents and deaths related to automobiles, more exercise, more jobs, more working and pleasures on the go, etc.

[@IsitReallyrealreally]

i Think you do!

[@TheCinder24]

@@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked I have put many health conditions in remission eating mostly a meat based diet. Carbs and sugar cause heart disease not fat.

[@americannanay9379]

My son was put on Meds immediately after hospitalization at 13 years old and His weight ballooned to almost 300lbs within few months of taking it. It made him sink deeper into his illness. Eventually, he stopped taking his meds and his withdrawal symptoms was horrible experience for him and for everyone in my household. He was hospitalized 5 times. Last year, he started fasting and he ate mostly protein then start going to the gym. He still has those episodes but not as bad as before. The “man boob” is almost gone and My son is now 18, 190lbs. and pill free. Thank God we discovered Fasting here on KZbin. Thank You Dr. Huberman for guesting Dr. Palmer. It made me understand my son’s condition better.

[@livpizzano3044]

God bless🙏🙏

[@BauchNessMonster]

What kind of fasting tho?

[@miriambochenek9083]

Thank God we discovered fasting in Bible

[@ciscoenzo6827]

its scary that the doctors said its very dangerous to stop taking the meds i hope in the future they find a better treatment for mental health disorders

[@miriambochenek9083]

@@ciscoenzo6827 It is time somebody is the voice for those who are behind the closed doors...and suffering worse than in concentration camps.

[@valerietweedie4376]

Wow! What an impressive and brave man! How incredibly kind of Dr Palmer to share his own personal experience in order to help others. He personifies what we all hope the medical profession can rise to be.

[@MACrosby]

I was almost completely disabled by depression and anxiety from October until the week before Christmas. I listened to this episode and started a ketogenic diet a week later. My depression and anxiety have almost completely disappeared. I've managed to return to work and I haven't felt this okay in years. This one bit of insight could very well have saved my life. I read Dr. Palmers book, and have been recommending it to everyone who will listen to me. Thank you.

[@ninawildr4207]

Awesome ty for your feedback

[@aliciaz4682]

🥳🥳🥳 congratulations! That’s AMAZING, so so happy for you

[@KR-ie5rg]

I have Multiple Sclerosis so eating a plant based diet with no dairy and no gluten is essential for me.

[@pranavpatel92]

It’s real are you sure or you still facing issue be honest please ❤

[@MACrosby]

@@pranavpatel92 I've given an accurate account of my personal experience. I have other mental health issues: BPD, ADHD, CPTSD that have, as far as I can tell, been unaffected by my diet change. Fot an update, I fell off the keto wagon about two weeks ago, and my depression and anxiety symptoms returned almost immediately. If found it difficult to get back into ketosis despite having returned to the diet. The pee test strips I use show low or no levels of ketones and the weird taste in my mouth (which started when I went into ketosis) comes and goes. I've started experimenting with exogenus ketones this weekend to help get my body back into ketosis (WARNING ⚠️⚠️⚠️ in my experience, a full dose of exogenus ketones caused diarrhea. The label states something vague about it upsetting digestion, and suggest starting with a quarter dose. Being the kind of person who would eat Taco Bell off the floor, I ignored the warning. DO NOT IGNORE THE WARNING!!!

[@brianmahoney4156]

The ketogenic diet completely resolves my schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Chris Palmer saved me from an incalculable amount of trouble and suffering. Shame on the medical establishment that has ignored all of this for decades at the expense of peoples lives and health

[@montycora]

And mind you that most dietetians ALSO vilify the keto diet... it is really painful to see how the health community close their eyes to some things...

[@commentarylady]

I wish you could talk my son into it... So far no go. What helped you make the decision to give it a try?

[@lllc1762]

@@commentaryladyshow him this video, really eye opening

[@catbrix]

Hi, were you using heaving medication like clozapine? if yes, how did he help you wean off them?

[@monicsala6639]

Wow, thank you for sharing this with us. Cannot begin to imagine all you've been through and the strength it took to really work on getting better. I'm glad your better. Wish you all the best!

[@KatH313]

I do this and it absolutely fixes my depression. I have been off antidepressants after 20 years. I don't go full on keto because of hypomania but just cutting out basically the sugar, bad carbs and inflammatory foods I feel like a new person.

[@jpadkins1988]

Thank you so much! I am 100 pounds overweight and have had extreme depression and had anxiety in 2019. I have just started learning a few months ago that seratonin levels come from the gut, and how food affects mental health. I feel so betrayed that no psychiatrist has ever told me this. I also want to say you are an incredible interviewer. You kept asking everything I wanted to know. Wow. I am a first time listener. I thank God this came up in my feed.

[@mariabergdahl6898]

Put your hart and trust in Jesus Christ. He's coming very soon!

[@jamez34]

Same here

[@StankFernatra]

There are more podcasts in the channel's videos tab for you to enjoy, as well. Wishing you a buoyant decade to come ❤

[@Julia29853]

Check out Dr. Berg, Dr. Jason Fung, many other keto/Intermittent fasting advocates on youtube. They will teach you so much and also keep you motivated. The comment sections are really inspiring and helpful as well!

[@neoplaneticket]

@@mariabergdahl6898 That has nothing to do with this podcast. I doubt Jesus would be a proponent of spam if he were alive.

[@MJevolving]

I am in awe of Dr. Palmer's vulnerability and advocacy to protect himself as a patient while in school and remain curious.. as well as strive to be the best practitioner. He is a rare gem and I appreciate his compassion and efforts. Amazing episode. This channel continues to improve my life. Forever thankful.

[@suzeweaver4937]

Bring this guy BACK on and let him talk about WhatEVER he wants to. There's not a single podcast you've done that isn't stellar but this one IS the Primary Color Podcast.

[@justinreid2422]

Except where he was bashing cannabis for no good reason that shit gots to go💯

[@_sunnycute_]

I live with Schizoaffective disorder and this diet is helping me come off psychiatric medications that I have been on for 20 years. I am so thrilled that this field of study is expanding and it brings me so much hope. FYI the ketogenic diet made me very fertile and I got pregnant without trying. I am currently staying on the keto diet during pregnancy because of the mental health benefits. It's controversial but there is anecdotal evidence that it is safe. Thank you Dr. Palmer, I have watched lots of your interviews on KZbin and I am currently listening to Brain Energy. Due in June!

[@davidbarth80]

Happy days. I just wonder if solely the diet really made that much difference in fertility. Maybe there are other factors that would be helping as well. Anyways glad you got pregnant. We're trying not that much luck at the moment.

[@_sunnycute_]

@@davidbarth80​​⁠​​⁠my partners fertility health was very good. That’s important too. My naturalpath suggested for him to go on supplements as well for him to boost his health, but it wasn’t necessary. I could find out what she recommended if you’re curious. I lost weight, was eating whole food keto, jogging everyday in the summer leading up to conception. I was also taking prenatal vitamins at that time. My stress levels were very low, as I was only working part time.

[@SpencerSinclair42]

It’s certainly safe it seems. The issue and one Chris doesn’t address is that it doesn’t feel that the diet alone works for the devastating negative, dearth withdrawel and baseline heart rate conditions of schizoaffective. It seems to work for positive symptoms but not the amotivational ones, if you have them

[@Aunt_Betty]

Wonderful news for you. May I ask, did you find a psychiatrist who worked with you in reducing your meds?

[@cheryljunkin3531]

Of all the Huberman videos I’ve watched this one with Dr. Palmer is my favorite!! Thank you so much.

[@AaronMBenjamin]

Started listening this guy when he had 5 episodes in,. Each one has so much quality information that the common man can use daily. Thank you Dr. Huberman for creating a space for persons all over the world can learn things that they can use to help with their everyday lives. A gem 💎 to this world. 🙏🙏

[@pkrent3461]

Yeah Huberman is really Uberman

[@coppersense999]

@@pkrent3461 lol

[@HTWW]

​@@pkrent3461 loved Dr.Palmer's remark in the middle of the discussion: 'You're Andrew Huberman, if this is your intellectually deteriorating state, we're all screwed!' I mean, that is some high-caliber compliment right there.))))

[@Gbizz]

Man… huberman and his information made we change into the person I’ve wanted to be for months, if not years. Over the last month i have achieved: - healthy sleeping schedule and quality (about 8hrs). Mostly by just fixing the lightviewing through the day, and caffeine timing. - not watching porn and no fapping. Greatly increased my discipline and confidence. - disciplined workout schedule. Feeling stronger and more happy during and after. Also doing cold showers after workout feel so good and my recovery seems better. - I was already on a pretty healthy diet but it lacked some balancing, which I’ve about optimized now. Especially concerning microbiome = more fiber and fermented foods. - going on dates and enjoying life outside of my desk at home. I feel like this is because of the 3 things mentioned above. My libido, self confidence and overall happiness have increased so much. ( a couple of nights ago was one of the most sexually fulfilling times in my life ) I genuinely feel like a nicer person, i like to talk more with people, i go outside more, i find things more interesting, i engage way more with females as than before. Basically I feel way better. You have really changed my life in about a month time. I was not depressed perse, but not happy either. I was primarily sitting in my room and doing the things a sexually inactive adolescent man does. But now, I Can proudly say that I feel the best since before my father died 7 years ago, and I don’t need any drugs or alcohol to do it. Just living by my own rules and routine and enjoying it. Thank you.

[@infinitytherapeuticyoga7351]

I’ve been a fan since Huberman started this podcast journey in ‘21. Congrats to you Dutch Guy on your progress and continued growth

[@Luckylearner]

Inspiring story.

[@sovereign775]

Also been listening yo Hubes since before his podcast. I aim to employ many of the health behaviors to optimize myself but still lack in some domains as lack of sleep and stress from my current life drag me down. I feel you in the women part - feels so wholefully better when engaging with them. I still have trouble with this from lack of self-confidence that comes from over-eating/not being as lean as I want (all made worst of course by lack of sleep and stress of residency). Do you mind if I ask what your nutrition entails? I eat healthy but eat too much of some healthy things “natural peanut butter”. Thank you and congrats on your progression of well being

[@Gbizz]

@@sovereign775 hiya, nice to hear you are working on yourself too! honestly getting to your goal bodyweight and fitness is a process and just takes a lot of time and effort. sure there are genetics and other biases in play. But, the key is: Dedication, keeping a positive mindset and try to keep on learning! i did not start off with the ideal diet nor do i think im close to perfect as of now. “To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” ~ Winston Churchill. But i would recommend cutting out all highly processed foods, especially foods containing seed oils and added (fake) sugars. That might include any peanut butter unfortunately... maybe there are some canned foods out there that are fine, but mostly, for me at least, healthy: unprocessed fresh products. Be aware of preservatives, additives and processes that change perfectly fine nutrition into foods that are less or are even bad for you. I wont say follow vegan or follow animal based or carnivore. This is up to you, but try to apply the above mentioned. I strive to eat balanced, as long as its real food. recently i got into eating more fiber and fermented foods, i recommend you watch huberman on his microbiome episodes or rich roll on his masterclass about it. Overall, just staying active learning in your free time instead of scrolling through social media or engaging in other time consuming things is the way to go. Thank you for your interest in science ;)

[@Gbizz]

@@jenniferbrown3782 taking a step back and realizing that the things I was doing daily were not benefitting me at all. I think it was a combination of realizations: looking unhealthy and depressed, not feeling energetic, most social contact through screens, no romance, and failure in academics. So basically being at a low point in my life and realizing that my routine was the cause of that. Fixing my dopamine regulation, being studious, and returning to a more humane life caused me into this growth of becoming the healthiest I've ever been. Failure is good, you learn from it. But it does take time, there are no shortcuts = reality.

[@rachelbrown9074]

I have been a psych nurse for 20 years and schizophrenics are my favorite and I believe diet is the missing key to helping these people. I also appreciate the the respectful way you describe the altered thought processes these people suffer from. Schizophrenics want to be normal more than anything else. And I’m so proud of this doctor for taking this approach and helping these tortured souls true relief. I have worked at a state hospital and have wished we could alter their diets to assist them in the balancing of their brain. Love this video Dr. H ❤

[@emagneticfield]

This is why I found this video. I am 71 years old and eat a regular diet but eat twice a day. I have always been somewhat hyperactive but most of my life I usually sleep about four hours a night. Sometimes it’s not even a straight four hours but two or three and then one or two more. My weight is 171 pounds and I am 5’ 2 female. I don’t have any depression or psych issues. When I can’t sleep I relax, read or meditate and found eventually my body will relax enough to sleep five or six hours. No smoking, no drugs, try to avoid sugar and stay busy. I work at a nursing home as a qualified medication aide prn and can’t wait until the weather improves so I can start walking everyday. I feel it might improve my sleep pattern. I try to keep a positive mindset and am grateful everyday for good health. I have read that not enough sleep is supposed to be bad for your heart but this has been a lifetime pattern and seems to be what is normal for me. If I can’t sleep I read or do crossword puzzles or word games or listen to documentaries online such as medical, science, history, philosophy, motivation, etc. If something I do fascinates me I will research it when I have time . I also find time for music, art and to practice writing. When I am out around people I love to listen to everything around me as I find people interesting.

[@sabinedoherty8198]

Though your story is interesting, I don't understand how it answers your first sentence of "this is why I found this video..."? I also don't understand how your story relates to this specific video at all, nor do you state that here in your comment. You claim to eat a regular diet, not a keogenic one, you also claim to have no mental health issues; these two things are the primary theme of this podcast. So are you saying you feel their presented scientific data has merit in your eyes or that you can relate in some way you forgot to mention or what? I am truly bemused.

[@DrumsBah]

I love how patiently Palmer listened to Huberman laboriously explain an incorrect definition of schizoaffective disorder before he corrected him in saying it was nearly the complete opposite. You get a sense of his skills as a clinical work.

[@mariabravo-ruiz1214]

Absolutely. A wonderful listener.

[@Gritsnbutter]

His name may be Huberman but he certainly has no hubris. Silly I know but I nearly fell out of my chair during that portion of the podcast.

[@karenrader2160]

No one's perfect.

[@emh8861]

🤣🤣🤣

[@emh8861]

Huberman aka Salesman

[@w.w.w.w.w]

I've been listening to every single episode for at least twice (some x10!), and now we are at #99! We should be here celebrating the #💯 next Monday 🥳🥳 thanks for all the valuable information

[@parklife101]

+1

[@brandycontreras3058]

Same!!! This podcast had been a lifesaver!❤️

[@anndonahue1349]

Agreed!

[@markcampbell8158]

I have not missed one. This is quite a education. We are very fortunate.

[@w.w.w.w.w]

@@markcampbell8158 Exactly, great education resources, this is kinda like our online university 2022. See you every Monday then.

[@tby62]

Palmer has saved so many lives and will continue to do so. I owe so much of my own health to him. This is REAL.

[@janetpolk5183]

This was such a Godsend podcast for me. I am devouring everything I can to learn to how support my sister as she begins her journey with cognitive decline. I know Ketogenic Diet works! I have lost 53 pounds in a year along with walking 8-10k steps a day. My numbers are great and I am almost 77. I ordered Dr. Palmers book Brian Energy. I had no idea that the Ketogenic diet can be so beneficial for so many disorders.

[@CashMoneyMoore]

Everyone could do with a bit more Brain Energy!

[@TheCinder24]

I tried Intermittent Fasting and then Keto. I was trying to reverse my pre-diabetes and metabolic syndrome. I was super surprised when my brain fog went away and my mental health issues improved. 4 years in and I am still going strong.

[@chrisw1506]

Hi, That's amazing! 4 years you have been keto? Is it safe for that amount of time? I did keto last year for 7 months following similar health issues.. I must admit I felt amazing but not sure its sustainable long term

[@TheCinder24]

@@chrisw1506 Totally sustainable. There are no carb people who have been that way for 20+ years. If I was to go off of Keto, all of my health and mental health issues would come back. Carbs are not worth it.

[@lilypond5158]

I've heard that fasting isn't as effective or is more uncomfortable for women, glad to hear someone reporting positive effects

[@TheCinder24]

@@lilypond5158 I eat 2 meals a day most days. I usually skip breakfast or lunch depending on my schedule. I try to occasionally do a longer fast of 2 days. Doing a longer fast is good for cleaning your system out, digestion and autophagy.

[@sheejacherian2643]

@@TheCinder24 Which helped you more IF or Keto? How much time into keto you started experiencing mental health benefits?

[@bloom67]

I'm only 10min in(after the sponsorships☺) on Spotify, & wow I'm in awe of this conversation. I'm legitimately emotional, getting teary eyed, grateful that he was able to get through & rise above his circumstances. An inspiration to me mentally, physically, & academically💛Ty to the both of you

[@semasariyildiz4346]

Chris Palmer one of the greatest doctors i have ever seen. Toplevel scientific and very human with lots of compassion.

[@lajospataki]

I have been following Andrew Huberman's channel for years now, and I must say that this episode with Dr. Chris Palmer is by far my favourite. The insights shared were so valuable and presented in a way that was easy to understand. Andrew's dedication to making this information accessible to everyone is truly admirable. Thank you for all the work you do!

[@dwightbaldwin5500]

I’m not surprised at how much value you are bringing to society Andrew. I am pleasantly surprised at how popular your podcast is and hopefully changing society for the better.

[@Cindy-by3ho]

Doctors and nurses are not taught enough about nutrition or functional medicine in medical and nursing school. This new information is so important to know.

[@camellia8625]

Indeed

[@80taddy24]

Doctors for sure know little. Nurses… that’s not their scope of practice. Dietitians… heard of us? Even our schooling is lacking in these advanced topics. Way behind!! Time will change it but it’ll be a battle with the food industry

[@healthyinformation]

so right on.

[@merncat3384]

OMG @33'00 - i just burst into tears.. I don't even suffer with schizophrenia but I've struggled with a LOT of different psychiatric issues without finding relief and I can't imagine the amount of torment and internal suffering that must cause a person and then to FINALLY start getting relief, especially without side effects.. just amazing

[@M.Sid9.3]

❤ Prayers for all.

[@Arly_knits]

I'm like 2 minutes in, and I already want to say this is so true! I have bpd and I can say 100% that a whole food (mostly vegan) diet, supplements, exercise, lots of water, sleep and avoiding sugar and too much alcohol had way more of a positive improvement on my mental health than antidepressants. Gut health and mental health are intricately connected!

[@aryamikarora4]

Homie you got adhd

[@johnrice1943]

Humans are designed to eat meat. Veganism is unsustainable

[@elijuh3]

If you think that you did not listen to this podcast. At all. You thought he was going to say veganism is what cured mental illness? Wrong! My OCD got so bad when I was a vegan for 22 months. My Lyme got so much worse. I couldn't control my weight. Now I'm very low carb and much much better.

[@ififallithurtslea4170]

They are not supporting a vegan diet at all……..

[@jacqueline1752]

True. I had awful anxiety whilst vegan. Although it’s possible to enter ketosis as a vegetarian it’s extremely hard as a vegan. It’s ketones that help with depression. I don’t think they listened to this podcast!

[@simratkaurdhillon7776]

I can’t begin to express how valuable this podcast has been. I learned so much even as an individual (student) who has worked in mental health facilities and research. A huge amount of gratitude to Dr. Palmer and Dr. Huberman

[@shubhsingh9168]

Me too Dhillon saab

[@miamendez2878]

4.5 yrs keto and no bipolar episodes. I'm so excited to see Dr Palmer here! He's definitely a hero of mine!

[@ordinaryvalley]

This episode was my absolute favorite. Amazing, insightful, easy to understand, informative, mindblowing, fun, honest conversation. Thank you so much for having Dr. Palmer on! ❤ Im forever grateful

[@sonofguruve]

I’m so grateful I discovered intermittent fasting about a year ago and this podcast cements my understanding. Having gone through mental health challenges in the past fasting, moderate workouts 3-4 times a week has me off meds and back to the best version of myself. I’m so grateful for this freely available material that could cost thousands in the US medical field.

[@marym3355]

I have discovered Dr Chris Palmer recently and became completely obsessed with him. I finally felt understood and felt not crazy. A lot of people can't understand that carbs and sugar makes me feel depressed!

[@Notsorandomwalk]

I had the same diagnosis, not as severe, but on disability. Started daily yoga and meditation practice, began anti candidia diet gluten free diet, and living surrounded in a supportive 12 step community. Doctors initially stopped antipsychotic and antidepressedent and I tapered off the mood stabilizer off on my own over the course a of a few years. My psychiatrist was asking me how I was losing weight. I learned to be careful about sharing my story because it is a delicate situation for each individual. I credit MDMA and LSD use a few years earlier to helping fuel my recovery. It’s been twenty years and I am all about keto diet and eating super well, and yoga and exercise. Praise Jesus!

[@charlesb2895]

Could you explain the impact from MDMA?

[@TheRassss]

As a recovering alcoholic and addict of 24yrs, and working in the field of S.W. as a clinical social worker for also 24 years, I have been thinking and talking about this topic and have dreamed for over the past decade to work with a psychiatrist who doesn't simply look for a medication cocktail to help clients with various mental illness's. My entire career has been difficult for thinking this way especially since I actually practice all the principles I learn about in my own personal life, always open to the possibility of new yet to be discovered/studied methods of treating many types of illnesses that plague our societies. I have been waiting my entire life for these ideas to become more widespread and explored. I use an Integral approach to all of my studies and the understanding of influences on life. This teaches me that it is never simply 1 thing that fixes any life issue, rather a multitude of small changes that also must be applied and understood by each individual personally since only they can actually tell you how the changes affect them. This is not to say that blood work and the measurements of numerous internal markers shouldn't also be measured. These need to be done in harmony throughout an individuals life time sine our bodies are constantly changing. In relation to the discussion of how long the consumption of fake processed foods and other environmental factors have been factors and the level of damage regarding then and now to humanity needs to be looked at regarding each generation adding to the next generations susceptibility to these concerns in addition to the additional destruction of foods and the environment therefore compounding the issue. This would also mean that to save our specious as implied at the end would require a multi faceted approach requiring generations to be brought into control. The fact that we are finally having these discussions and the depth of understandings would imply we can not only fix many of these concerns; we can significantly improve the human condition individually and societally. Please forgive typos, I don't want to proof read, rather just freestyle my response.

[@mikabee2404]

18:22 I went for a run last Saturday, and it was the first time I understood the joy of "playing hard" - after I took an L-Carnitine supplement to support my mitochondrial ATP, before the run. The difference was night and day. I have never felt so alive and full and just humanly energetic and physically good!

[@HatefYaminiOnline]

This is an incredibly good episode. And intense. Really appreciate Dr. Palmer’s willingness to share his back story. Thank you, Andrew.

[@cac7865]

I agree. One of the best interviews.

[@kevinaud6461]

My wife was diagnosed with bipolar 1 just 2 months ago and our life has been a rollercoaster since then. Multiple hospitalizations, suicide attempt, etc. Meds have helped but antipsychotics are not fun to be on and my wife hates them. This podcast has given us both a lot of hope. We are going to start exploring this treatment and try to find a physician who can help her with it. Thank you so much for this episode, it couldn't have come at a better time for us.

[@susanjones5592]

Do it! Please. I’ve been a caregiver to a depressed person for 20 years. Do not dwell on falling off diet. Just steadily try to persist as best you can. You may develop a customized diet variant for her. I even started growing green onions and beautiful bundles of parsley right outside the back door. So energizing to almost every dish!

[@leejacobus5305]

Dr Eric Berg, online is quite knowledgeable in this KETO nutrition ! His instruction is accessible - God bless !

[@shuashock]

I’ve been diagnosed bipolar as well. Have been suffering for years. I have found (in my own long before this podcast) that extreme exercise and diet have helped me manage my condition and I’ve to this day, resisted being put on Those very strong drugs. I hope you and your wife get to a good place. I tell my wife all the time she is a saint for dealing with me, as you are for being there for her.❤

[@samuelreiter6412]

I’m quite skeptical of Dr. Berg ever since hearing that he’s a member of that Scientology cult.

[@tiptapkey]

Please be careful. As mentioned around the 2:30:00 mark he talks about hypomania. I have bipolar, and it definitely pushed me into that space. I suppose it's worth a try because I'm sure it's different for everyone, but I find eating whole foods and sticking to moderately low carb (not keto) + a Mediterranean style diet is best for me.

[@Xasew]

I would be on a keto diet for a few weeks, abandon it and then start again later, usually within two months. This had continued for well over a year. Then this podcast motivated me to get serious about it. 3 months of keto and my mental health improved so much it's still hard to believe. You HAVE to try this.

[@Montezuma0]

How long did it take to notice benefits? Do you feel like there were social or psychological reasons for your mental health issues as well?

[@Xasew]

@@Montezuma0 "How long did it take to notice benefits?" About a month, I guess? "Do you feel like there were social or psychological reasons for your mental health issues as well?" I know that the answer is 100% yes to both of these.

[@NatalieNicole2222]

you give me hope. I am on two antidepressants and I don't want to take this sh*t anymore. I just want to heal my brain naturally and get off them gradually

[@steveyoon5534]

Congratulations! Keep it up.

[@mrwriter86]

@@NatalieNicole2222You can do it. Dedicate your focus to doing just one month. It’s usually all people need to get in to ketosis long enough to feel significant benefits. I’m 3 months in, gave up my antidepressants within the first month and never want to touch them again. 18 years of my life dependant on them. It’s over. Once you know what life can feel like, you’ll want to keep going. Trust yourself. You have what it takes.

[@davidperfette1425]

Regarding fasting, diet, and mental health. A year ago, I began IF. I ate a low carb diet. I didn't do Keto, but close to it. I quit all alcohol and got back into the gym every day, and I had a similar experience to what Dr. Palmer described. It relieved my depression and much of my anxiety. I felt giddy throughout the day, to the point where I became a little self-conscious about it. It felt like a natural high. I had no cravings for garbage food. In fact I was stimulated to avoid it. I was also able to work out fasted quite easily. I've experienced a setback since then. This gives me more motivation to get back to where I was .

[@NatalieNicole2222]

did you experience a lot of energy? because I unfortunately don't have a lot of energy and I want to start keto

[@davidperfette1425]

@@NatalieNicole2222 I had a lot of energy. Or, another way to put it, I never lacked energy and, at times, had an excess. But it took time to get there. This is the hard part. If you're used to a typical diet with lots of processed carbs, it will take weeks for your body to adjust to a low-carb diet. You will feel tired at first. Your metabolism will resist. Really tired, likely. But the good thing is that it changes suddenly. This happened each time. As I mentioned, I have been through a few setbacks. For me, exercise, running mostly, is what made it easy to do this. When I have suffered significant injuries I fell back into old patterns. I hope this helps.

[@MrNuts1985]

I remember hearing a story once about a facility that specialised in schizo affective disorder in the uk that had many over weight patients a group under supervision decided to go "keto" and one of the reported changes was that the voices became overwhelming positive where they had been negative so people were waking up and the voices were telling them they were a beautiful person who had a gift to give to the world and that they were loved by the people around them

[@baronvonlimbourgh1716]

Any idea where it was published or when or anything? I would really like to look into that.

[@turingmochi6282]

@@baronvonlimbourgh1716 I agree, I’d love to read about that for sure

[@lissitoj3428]

😲😮WOW!💯💓😀

[@amandaesau7444]

I would also love to read that!

[@teodorac4801]

@@baronvonlimbourgh1716 Me too I need to know to help my son with schizophrenia Please

[@mbacarch]

I’m so taken by Dr. Palmer’s love and compassion for his patients. Such a mind blowing episode. This is probably the longest episode and one of the most helpful. So thankful for you and your podcast Dr. Huberman!

[@ProdicleSon.]

In one of my hardest moments in life where I was going through such a hard time I noticed how the food I was eating was making me feel worse than what I should have been feeling. I remembered seeing Jordan Peterson talking about how he tried just beef and how it cured many of his illnesses like depression so I decided to give it a go. Once I had that first steak and nothing else my life changed forever. No longer did I have brain fog after a meal. No longer did I experience anxiety or low mood after eating and hours even days after eating something I wasn’t supposed to eat. I have been eating healthy and clean experimenting with different foods to see what affects me and how and my life has completely changed. I used to be on antidepressants on and off and let me tell you the right diet works a lot better than antidepressants. I try to talk about it to people close to me as I want to share this information as I believe it is so valuable to enjoy and live a full life. I am so grateful to people like Dr Palmer, Dr Shawn Baker, Dr Paul Saladino that bring this sort of information about diet to us. They are truly doing Gods work. Thank you.

[@IntuitiveInterpretations]

NAC has helped my depression BIG TIME! Take on an Empty stomach. Helped me so much, I stared given it to my 16 year old daughter (who has cystic acne). Her face has gotten better in two weeks. Her scars are healing too! She does no gluten, hardly any dairy. But nothing worked until she took NAC. ❤

[@nsggurpreet1130]

It’s a blessing if you come across this podcast, your life will change forever. My daughter is schizo effective and she’s seeing a lot of change since she moved to keto/FMD. Thank you Dr Chris Palmer, thank you Andrew Huberman, God bless you always.

[@truthseek3017]

Good job, you numbed and dumbed down your daughters brain with fat and now she will die early of heart failure and atherosclerosis. You are a nazi.

[@ec7287]

In the late 60s and 70smy mother (an RN) desperately tried to help my then-teenaged schizophrenic sister with nutritional supplements. She tried everything, to no avail. One thing I remember about my sister, though, was that she would gorge on concentrated orange juice. Of course, nobody knew at that time that all of that concentrated sugar was very likely contributing to her condition. For myself, I've started eating Keto for the past year, and now, at 71 I've never felt better.

[@CashMoneyMoore]

Thank you for sharing your story. My belief is that the orange juice might be both a cause of problems but also a symptom. If your brain is lacking energy it's going to tell you to binge, especially on highly digestible fast acting carbs like sugars and fruit juices. It probably wasn't sufficient but it might've helped in the short term, which is why it's so dangerous because it gets reinforced but is ultimately damaging

[@fabiolafortun]

So, I have OCD. I don't drink orange juice all the time, but when I do, I drink a mug, although I mix it with water to fill up the mug. Other times, I drink smoothies, yogurt or lactaid milk. Do you think drinking orange juice even if not enough, can contribute to my OCD? I have a hard time resist carbs. I limit my sugar intake meaning I don't put sugar in what I drink. If I have to, I use honey. But milk for example I take it without sugar. I eat whole grain bread but to not take it at all, I have hard time doing that since also it's available to me

[@ec7287]

@@fabiolafortun Yes, I do think that sugar, in any for or amounts, is not good for you. Keep it out out of your diet as much as you can. It may take a while to see a difference, but try. You're better off without it.

[@mrwriter86]

@@fabiolafortunWhen you enter ketosis, carb cravings should drop significantly. Individual results may vary, however whilst I occasionally get carb cravings (usually that’s a good sign that my ketones are low), mostly I’m looking forward to foods with good fats. I’m autistic, OCD traits (no diagnosis) with a hint of ADHD traits, too. Before Keto I had difficultly managing my symptoms. On Keto (3 months in) my overall mental health has improved significantly. Orange juice is one of the worst offenders when it comes to carbs. I loved it, and knew I drank way too much. Now I don’t miss it. Give it a serious try for a month. You may not look back.

[@nikoincroatia]

20+ years of depression, finally cured by keto. I'm on Prozac but it actually works now on this diet. I'm sad I didn't figure it out earlier but reading comments from people 60+ who are just grateful to be feeling better helps give me perspective. I'm only 31, I have plenty of life ahead of me.

[@Loyannelima]

Andrew , I don't know if you're going to read this, anyhow, I came here to thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤ I introduced the thoughts of this video to my ex husband( he's bipolar/adhd) also the video about dopamine, and he decided to go on a low carb diet to see if would help him. The result are astounding! In the first week he felt way better in emotional terms, second week he was focused and concentrated on his studies, related to work, for a few hours on a daily basis( before he couldn't study even a few minutes regularly) and also is taking better care of himself without me or anyone else having to o remind him of it. The emotions are more stable in general, he's sooo much better, and it has been just 3 weeks now. I'm so happy I could help him and that is thanks to your podcast, without your amazing project, I guess me and many other people would never get access to this type of knowledge so fast and digested into our lives. Thank you very much 🌺

[@user-rb1zn1cr1z]

Fantastic, Loya please share your ex husbands diet plan/ sheet with me. I also suffer these conditions and need to turn this around. Thanks in advance

[@Milana_Kay]

That is amazing! 🥺🤧🥰

[@chaddelany5455]

Thank you for this episode of the podcast. I have severe bipolar disorder. I stumbled on the ketogenic diet to try and lose weight several years ago. I am now extremely stable and have not needed medication for many years. This new understanding about nutrition and mental health is helping me to build a narrative about my life that makes sense to me. I just started reading the Brain Energy book this week and this episode could not have been better timed for me.

[@sigawof]

Check out Amber O'Hearn, she cured her (just checked) type 2 bipolar disorder.

[@jan_ellison_baszucki]

Would you consider participating in this survey?

[@chaddelany5455]

@@jan_ellison_baszucki Yes, I would be interested. I sent you a message via LinkedIn.

[@kenadams5504]

How many weeks on keto before symptom improvements ?

[@chaddelany5455]

@@kenadams5504 I don't recall exactly. I did it six years ago and that time period in my life is difficult to remember accurately. The Brain Energy book is probably a better source for that type of information.

[@theanonymouslegion4811]

As a medical student, I just watched every minute of this episode and made sure I actually heard every word of it too. Andrew, you’ve always inspired me to be more critical in my thinking of health from an evidence-based perspective. But Dr. Palmers has inspired me to be a better doctor. He clearly cares deeply for his patients and is equipped with the knowledge to make them healthier in radical ways. No matter what field I end up choosing, I’m convinced that getting a deep education on nutrition is a must for me as a future physician. Dr. Palmers is a top notch psychiatrist.

[@mariamtee]

Two highly accomplished and brilliant men who clearly have a lot of empathy for the human race and immense respect for each other.

[@carolynwilliams1651]

I had the exact same amazing results Dr. Palmer described: energy, focus, waking feeling rested before my alarm went off, and feeling better emotionally than I ever have in my 50 years whereas before I was always lethargic, no energy, easily distracted, always glued to the bed every morning for more sleep and often anxious about many things. My change came after following the book “Sugarbusters”. It’s all about keeping sugar levels at appropriate levels by eating foods low on the glycemic index (whole grain carbs, very little sugar and no white processed bread or rice, etc.). Also, not eating the six foods that immediately turn into sugar, which are raisins, watermelon, bananas, pineapple, corn, and white potatoes. And eating other fruits by themselves at least a half hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal. Those are the three guidelines to follow: limit sugar (Don’t eat anything with more than 3 grams of sugar so read labels), don’t combine fruit with other foods, and avoid raisins, watermelon, bananas, pineapple, corn, and white potatoes because they turn into sugar very quickly. Very simple. You will fell AMAZING after doing this for several weeks. 😊 Sounds challenging but it works and the cravings for sweets really do go away! I couldn’t believe it!! I even lost 19 lbs. in 6 weeks without even trying by eating this way faithfully. Loved it. Have started again since I fell off the wagon so to speak. I consider refined sugar to be a drug since it affects the same areas of our brains that heroin does. It’s life altering what giving up sugar can do. I highly recommend it. ❤

[@MrHaaani]

Hi Carolyn, Just started keto and I feel horrible. I understand that this is very normal. How long did you start to feel 'amazing'. Thank you

[@maritxuhh]

I'm autistic with ADHD, and I've had ARFID (avoidant restrictive Food Intake Disorder) for as long as I can remember. I went on a keto diet to lose weight, and my ARFID got incredibly better. Many foods I couldn't even think of eating before without gagging, I suddenly liked (specially sour and bitter things). Most negative reactions to food lessened to very tolerable degrees. There was also some less sensory hypersensitivity and improvement in ADHD symptoms, but nothing like how it radically changed my life by allowing me to double the food I could not only eat, but enjoy eating. There was nothing I learned in med school that explained what happened to me, this was the first time I've heard someone address this topic. Just adding my very anecdotal experience here.

[@ninawildr4207]

Amazing ty for your comment

[@margaretoconnor874]

Thank you for your comment! It is so helpful for people to share so we can learn from their experience! God Bless you!

[@maritxuhh]

@@margaretoconnor874 My pleasure! ARFID is very debilitating and stress inducing, if I can help a single person with this comment it's worth the time.

[@hillaryperez-butler7721]

My 10 year old son had been diagnosed with ADHD since he was 5 years old and this past year has been diagnosed with OCD and Anxiety and he takes 3 medications to just him through the day. Concerta, Zoloft and Tenex at night to sleep. He is only 50lbs and about 42in tall. We are a very small family so I am not worried about him being tall but I am always concerned about his weight as very little body fat and he eats but loves fruits and veggies, protein intake is okay and he loves fish and sushi but we can't afford it every day living in California. I am also concerned with his ODD and his sensory disorders that play into his current mental state in school. He is now presenting with more ASD tendencies, so re-diagnosis is in the works. What I could like to know and understand more is how can I get his weight up, I have tried many different methods and he is on a low to no sugar and no artificial dyes diet, but I am wondering if a Kid friendly keto diet would work for him? I don't want to do a total gluten free diet like myself as I feel he would be missing key nutrients his brain needs to thrive. Suggestions? Books or articles I can read? Thank you - Hillary

[@jdmosaics]

@@1bluegreen2not many people today think it a con to eat healthy, they know they are being manipulated into eating over processed foods. All Keto is about is stopping eating the crap! Over processed, high sugar, excessive seed oils, deep fried foods and cereals that are not needed in a real human diet…. Just cut out the junk and eat real food… fresh Protein, good fats and low carb veggies and fruits….can’t go wrong! Cheers ❤

[@JoannaZ-tm4xk]

99 gives me chills, endless struggle was story of my life. I had overcome it by trials and errors. However hearing this episode 10 years ago, it would had helped me tremendously. In behalf of those hearing "solutions" for the first time, Andrew Huberman I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@user-tv4oc5ox9h]

This is amazing! I can't thank you enough. When you think of all the money we pay for insurance, doctors, food, and supplements and are still unhealthy and here you are giving us this gift for free. People like you give us hope that our broken medical system can change.

[@Toni-po4hq]

And don’t forget all the expensive prescriptions!!!

[@mrdylanjoseph]

Yes Dr. Palmer thank you for being this vulnerable! You HAVE and WILL save lives by sharing your story this personally!

[@lucianowillemse8244]

I am a PhD Candidate in Biochemistry. My lab actually specialises in the mitochondria and mitochondrial disease (NWU, Potchefstroom). For my MSc. I actually looked at a ketogenic diet. This podcast is so close to my field of interest. Thank you Dr Huberman.

[@NirrumTheMad]

Commenting so I can find this later

[@susanjones5592]

Thank you for your work. It is so difficult to creat awareness throughout the medical system. Learning is the bedrock of civilization and such a human need

[@nicolelauzon826]

I can't begin to thank you enough for what you're doing, Huberman! The ripples you are creating... I wish I had the words. Thank you from all of us.

[@bethwithers4798]

Well said!

[@jonathanu.s.lawnsaustinwes1976]

Absolutamente. Muchas Gracias Dr. Huberman!

[@savannahaly]

This is amazing. Its bringing tears to my eyes. So moved by the story of the schizophrenic. And it gives me such hope for myself. Thank you Drs Palmer and Huberman

[@user-hw8qt6xo8y]

As a bipolar, I bend my knees in front of you, Dr. Huberman and Dr. Palmer. I listened to several dozens of episodes of the podcast, and almost every on mental health, and this one is the largest diamond!

[@sonjaforrester9255]

The story about the man who lost weight and recognized his schizophrenia brought tears to my eyes. As of this moment I suffer from no mental illness but it breaks my.heart that these illnesses are so hard to treat and so socially isolating. I pray I never experience any of these and love that doctors like these are looking at different ways to treat these pts.

[@Slidehhy]

Schizophrenia is hell

[@marieb8467]

I just turned 50 and I finally, in the last year, have come to put in direct relation the fact that when I eat sugar (sweet, cholocate, deserts) I get depressed. If I only eat "natural" sugars (fruits, potatoes etc), I dont have this problem or it is very mild. So this episode makes me soooo happy and provides me great leads to update my diet for the better. THANK YOU! :-D

[@RioMod4gfe]

Thank you Dr. Palmer. I’m going through fatty liver condition and mental health issues. I’m going to have to re-listen to this. I feel time so I can completely understand. I’m going to write notes about it to, and I shared with some friends that I need to hear that too, thank you for being a blessing and giving us this information for free

[@ksealy4]

I have fatty liver and reversed it through a ketogenic diet mind you it was very clean keto & I did have a beet daily, milk thistle tea, vitamin b, e and fish oil daily. I also used castor oil packs on my liver and lemon in everything including lemon ginger tea daily. I also did keto with mostly lean meats barely any dairy expect grass fed butter & occasionally aged cheese.

[@icanseewater]

I totally agree and can relate to Dr. Chris when he says no-one should ever stop taking their meds cold turkey. I once stopped taking parts of my medication for depression and anxiety because I was travelling and ran out, and within about 2 weeks I kept having the worst kinds of nightmares, night terrors like I've never had, my body felt so horrible I never want to experience it again. It made me afraid of trying to sleep and my body felt so traumatised. Sometimes I was fully aware I was having nightmares (even though it wasn't a lucid dream) but I would scream out loud that I would wake everyone and my body would be shaking. It was horrible.

[@coldwhite93]

Yep, been there too lol.. I made the horrible mistake of getting off 300mg Effexor (Venlafaxine) completely cold turkey and it was a horrible experience. I honestly don’t think I left my house for like a good 6 months

[@icanseewater]

@@coldwhite93 So sorry to hear! hoping things are muuuch better now! X

[@whisperingwooper1763]

Yes should never stop cold turkey! It’s quite dangerous! Many people may experience withdrawal symptoms if quitting cold turkey so slow and steady is the best way to go

[@free2beemee]

I once stopped an antidepressant and another medication cold turkey. It was a total disaster and horribly terrifying. Lesson was learned the hard way on that one.

[@aaronfisher5455]

Thank you for what you do Andrew, literally getting emotional listening to this conversation and reflecting on all of the wonderful podcasts/videos you’ve given us. Looking forward to the 100 ❤

[@luisacordero4001]

My life has changed for the better since your first program. Now we are at 99!! Thank you Andrew for following your calling to help those of us who are hungry for knowledge but didn’t know where to go. You don’t just give us fish to feed us for a day; you give us the most expert teachers that teach us how to fish and lead by example, like you do. I am so proud to call you my professor! Thank you, thank you, thank you 🙌🙌🙌

[@CareyCommentary]

This is so much excellent information on the Ketogenic Diet, thank you Dr. Huberman and Dr. Palmer!

[@Milana_Kay]

This episode saved my life! I was chronically depressed for years and now thanks to understanding how diet affects my whole body, including the brain, I have been able to make changes and cure my depression. Along with depression I also got rid of bunch of other problems that I had like acne, bad sleep, explosive moods and really bad digestion. I am now eating carnivore and I have never EVER felt better! Thank you for making this interview happen! And thank you Dr. Palmer for working so hard to help so many people by putting this theory together and sharing it with the world. I loved your book "Brain Energy" and it truly saved my life!

[@CashMoneyMoore]

awesome, congratulations

[@Milana_Kay]

@@CashMoneyMoore ❤️❤️✨

[@joanhorant7782]

OMG…… it’s like Dr. Palmer is talking about my life, even the snooze button. He had me in tears as no one would listen to my call for help. I hope he has answers for me. I’m only in 18 minutes and had to stop because I couldn’t stop the tears.

[@jasonblais1667]

i don’t know you but i care about you and want you to get better. ❤

[@peggym8657]

Me too. I’ve been alone finding this solution. No medical person helped me. Shawn Baker on Joe Rogan was the beginning. Thank God young doctors are seeing the error and are looking for the truth. It’s Heaven to hear that people like me found the answer. We were searching at the same time thinking we were alone in this ❤️

[@Michelle-qq4sd]

Same experience! Since I stopped sugar and started cognitive coaching and meds, my depression, anxiety and exhaustion disappeared. I wake up and feel great. No more foggy brain!!!

[@CajunKatsan]

I listened to this while cleaning my garage. Thank you very much for educating us about the research out there & what research needs to be. The personal testimony given by your guest today made him very human and relatable. Keep on keeping on.

[@helendillard7784]

Thank you for empowering the public with this valuable information. We have to take charge of our health, we can’t totally rely on doctors who are misinformed or ignorant of these truths.

[@valarielacasse803]

Been blessed i can eat anything 74 and healthy but i do focus on vegetables small protein intake walk oftèn

[@mareksbodnieks4796]

Thank you, Andrew, for all your contributions! And 99 podcasts, wow! Keep up the good work!

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

Fr! Thanks for pointing that out. I didn't notice till the person above your comment. :3

[@nightrain472]

I have been suffering from high anxiety and depression for over 20 years. I guess I'm treatment resistant because I have been on so many different medications that never worked I've lost count. After watching this podcast, I'm feeling hopeful and excited to give Keto a try. Thank you Andrew for the hard work you put into these amazing podcasts. The topics you cover are so important and will improve peoples lives. A big thank you to Dr. Palmer for giving me hope again. I'll give this a serious go and see what happens.

[@emh8861]

Make sure you get your electrolytes right on Keto. Check out Dr. Berg.

[@nightrain472]

@@emh8861 Thanks for the advice, I definitely need to be mindful about getting enough electrolytes.

[@brookeb7994]

Also, I see better success when people eat real/ whole foods. Primarily, meat + vegetables. Avoid the trap of "keto" food products. Especially the bread. Gluten seems to really mess with a person's brain.

[@CG_Lord]

I love You Night Rain. As someone struggling myself. I want you to know you’re not alone. I hope you do feel better and find benefit.

[@joseviu969]

keep us updated

[@merncat3384]

I'm only 20 minutes into this podcast so far this guy is describing my exact experience with health, doctors, meds and side effects

[@Pauliesha]

This is by far, the best podcast here on KZbin! The amount of knowledge that we get for free, I feel like I’m in Huberman University😅 Thank you so much for educating us Andrew❤️

[@__ThisisJ__]

Hope for episode 100, you will have Santa and his Elfs so he can explain how he managed all the stress and cold exposure in his sled to delivers all the gifts in the world. Discovering your podcast this year is a gift, it changed my life, i learned so much and improve my clinical depression state. I feel so much better, close to be off meds. Grateful, thanks.

[@susanjones5592]

Ha Jerome! Thank you.

[@doritad3637]

What things in particular have helped the depression?

[@ellemnop123]

This was basically a primer on the importance and functions of mitochondria, and how to improve mitochondrial function. This talk was incredible and very important. I most appreciated Dr. Palmer's personal introduction to the material. Similarly, in 2008 I read "Sugar Blues" and cut sugar and carbs from my life (this was well before "keto" was a popular diet). Without sugar/high glycemic carbs and with 12+ hours each day of sunlight (entirely outside) my body completely reset: my cognitive ability, my mood, energy, acne, sense of humor, creativity, and joy... I was perhaps 140lbs and dropped to 110 from May to September. I thought at the time that this was the protocol to treat almost all disease, especially mood disorders. I've tried unsuccessfully to resume this diet. With social pressure, it's incredibly difficult. Now as a mother, with kids to cook for, the dietary challenges intensify... I needed this inspiration to resume fasting/"keto." Thank you.

[@rlb1914]

Hhhhhhhhh h hhhh zo

[@bettymk1]

It really is difficult! And now I also am so torn between this and the anti diet movement.

[@CecileSeth]

You got this!

[@CecileSeth]

@@bettymk1 Perhaps start with focusing on real food while reducing sugar & ultra processed food. One step at a time. Progress over perfection!

[@georgewagner7787]

Are you taking vitamin D?

[@riverlevity]

After 40 years of debilitating chronic pain due to arthritis I went on a Ketogenic Diet in 2018 and within 3 weeks I was no longer in pain. Perhaps I am lucky to have an immediate relapse into pain if I have a cheat day. It is a great negative reminder to why this way of eating is going to be a part of my life always. Nothing is sweeter than being pain free day and night.

[@jbear3478]

This is very helpful so far. The only part that's confused me is in the beginning, when the guest says he went from being homeless and depressed to "somehow finishing medical school." That's a big leap and I'm curious as to how he found and kept the motivation, energy, drive, housing, etc and the tools for success to undertake such a grueling, prestigious and expensive career and lifestyle.

[@camellia8625]

Maybe he got scholarships. It would be incredible to find out how he changed his life around.

[@cristi0291]

How lucky are we to listen to these kind of podcasts with this important information for free? Thank you Dr. Huberman for everything you do for us!

[@langratyaagi]

Thanks Andrew. You are the best. Please one episode on Dementia and Alzheimer’s ways to prevent snd/or delaying the onset.

[@montycora]

Invest on a good MCT oil... that is great to keep brain health

[@andyb190]

This episode is a great trail finder for all mental health. The brains ability to use ketones is vital to so much of the brain function.

[@HeliNoir]

I’m so excited for this podcast with Dr. Chris Palmer, currently reading his book Brain Energy, it’s really an eye opener along with Dr. Berg’s videos. I’m autistic with anxiety disorder and depression, aside from having had gastrointestinal issues since I was 3, I finally found relief from doing the healthy ketogenic diet for a year now. I’ve had chronic stress then went through episodes of traumatic events in the past year but thankfully I discovered and applied the diet when all of this was going on. I’m at a better place now with the help of therapy as well however, eating something that I’m not supposed to eat can really take a toll on my mental and physical health so I’m sticking to this lifestyle now. Ok, back to the video. Edit: I'm also AuDHD and have noticed significant drop in mental health when I got off healthy Keto even if I'm still doing low-carb. Trying to get back to it again and re-listening to this podcast is my motivating factor

[@CashMoneyMoore]

thanks for sharing

[@gigivictorino]

IF, keto diet and exercising regularly put my depression in full remission and I have been happy abd Sertaline free for over a year now 😊

[@susieputman4591]

The best interview of all Huberman's guests! I wish Dr. Palmer was my doctor.

[@simonebraund3916]

You've got this! x ⭐

[@kmcq692]

I’ve been jumping up and down and pointing to mitochondria for decades!

[@sebastianwrites]

Susie it is in part nonsense! Imagine if there was pill for everything, and you could get rid of guilt with a pill or gain happiness with a pill... 'nothing' would have any value! There's "always" a root cause to things, and I mean "real" problems with relationships or our society.

[@LJ-MMA]

@@sebastianwrites there is a pill for all that... its mdma 😀

[@hoboonwheels9289]

I'm planning to introduce this Dr and others like Georgia Eade to my sons psychiatrist.

[@Audifan8595]

This is crazy perfect timing! I have been on a self-directed pure carnivore diet courtesy of Mikhaila Peterson for a few months to treat some autoimmune issues - joint pain, depression, brain fog, fatigue - and have found the results to be unbelievably powerful. Just this week I listened to Dr. Anthony Chaffee interview Dr. Thomas Seyfried of Boston College about using metabolic interventions to treat cancer and I was wondering if there was anyone out there doing formal psychiatric research into keto/carnivore for mental health. My personal area of academic interest has always been how diet affects the gut microbiome and how that in turn plays a role in neurological and psychiatric health, so I'm really happy to see there is work being done on this front. Very cool, I would love to meet Dr. Palmer someday. Thank you so much Dr. Huberman for hosting this and conducting such a fantastic and thorough interview!

[@heatherturner5750]

This has got to be one of the most informationally dense podcasts I have watched regarding nutrition and mental health. I have been doing a ton of research trying to find an approach to help my husband. With a smorgasbord of five separate psychiatric disorders and 7 prescribed medications, we are understandably frustrated with the current treatment protocols and provider's lack of interest in stepping out of their boxes. We have been trying to find a natural way to improve his mental health. We know that nutrition is what feeds the body, so it stands to reason that dietary changes should have a dramatic effect on how the body functions both physically and mentally. Dr. Palmer is such a breath of fresh air. Thank you for providing this information. It gives people hope and that can save people's lives.

[@Luke12vs48]

A longtime mentor for a number of mental health sufferers including one with epilepsy and several who are obese and diabetic who has pursued an intense interest in neuroscience, mitochondria function, glucose intolerance, healthy eating for mental health, fasting & autophagy, etc. IMO .this has been the definitive interview of all time, bringing together all the information I've ever gleaned and so much more! Wonderful! I can't thank you enough, Doctors Palmer & Huberman. Subscribed to you both today and you shall be my "go to" channels henceforth! At about 58 minutes - a brilliant question leading to such a brilliantly executed response! Wow!

[@Luke12vs48]

Correction - subscribed today to Dr Huberman's YT channel & Dr Palmers newsletter via his website.

[@kimkurey89]

I completely agree! THANK YOU FOR YOUR WORK, GENTLEMEN!

[@jessideb333]

@@Luke12vs48 Thank- you for the correction. Im going to sign up for Dr. Palmer's newsletter.

[@tiptapkey]

As someone with bipolar, I was a little disturbed by guy's description of hypomania. It's definitely does not always feel good and can lead to very bad actions such as overspending, ignoring or being not kind to loved ones, and ignoring responsibilities. Keto absolutely made me hypomanic and it was a really bad period of my life. I find the Mediterranean diet is best for me.

[@michellemcdermott2026]

Did keto make you manic on your meds?

[@cyberpunk6142]

Thank you so much for putting together so many of the most intellectual guests around the world on your podcast. I know this takes a lot of work to put together. I am making my way through ALL of your podcasts bit by bit. I am learning and evolving along with each guest you have on. This type of information you transmit over your podcasts are ever so valuable to me and topics that I have a real signifigant interest in. Many Thanks to you Andrew and to all of your guests. Love from London. xx

[@khabib1]

Can anyone please give a summary here for people who are a bit slow to follow?

[@spowages]

Exercise and calorie restriction is your new way of life. Jesus loves you and so does God. Your welcome, and your faith has made you well x

[@CuriouslyChris1]

Greatest podcast heard. This will be on repeat.