In recent years, the opioid epidemic has surged to alarming proportions, casting a shadow over communities worldwide. This crisis, fueled by an increase in the prescription of opioid medications and the illicit use of drugs like heroin, has led to a staggering rise...
The Brain Energy Movement – Advocacy
Depression in Parents May Influence Children’s Weight
In the intricate web of human biology, the relationship between mental health and physical well-being has always fascinated researchers and clinicians alike. It is a dynamic interplay where one's mental state can impact physical health and vice versa. A recent study,...
Craving Sweets? You Might Need More Sleep
It's a new year and many people are starting their annual diets. We all know that we are losing the battle to lose weight. Rates of obesity and diabetes continue to climb. Simple advice is abundant: Eat less, exercise more Practice mindful eating, savor each bite Cut...
Contraceptives and Mental Health
In recent years, our understanding of the intricate relationship between hormones and mental health has deepened significantly. From the rollercoaster of emotions during menstruation to the emotional challenges faced during pregnancy and menopause, it's clear that...
“It’s Not Magic, It’s Science:” Eric’s Story
When I was in my 40s and 50s, everything was going well. I had a happy life with my wife and son. My optometry business was successful. But I wanted to die. I would ask my psychiatrist again and again: if everything is great, why can’t I appreciate it? I never got a...
Physiology First: Revolutionizing the Way We Teach the Brain-Body Connection
Image credit: Physiology First I had the great honor of sitting down with David Bidler, the President of Physiology First. Physiology First is a nonprofit that focuses on educating and building a community that centers around educating others through various metabolic...
Harnessing Innovation at the Stanford Innovations in Mental Healthcare Summit 2023
The Stanford Innovations in Mental Healthcare Summit, held on November 29 and 30, 2023, brought together leading experts and innovators in the field of mental health research and practice. I was deeply honored to be among the esteemed speakers at this event, which...
The Link Between Depression, Metabolism, and Mortality
Depression is a common and often debilitating mental health condition. It has long been recognized for its profound impact on individuals' well-being. Rates of depression have been increasing for years and in 2023 reached new highs. Recent research has unveiled a...
Thanksgiving 2023: A Year of Gratitude, Progress, and Heartbreak
As we approach Thanksgiving, I find myself reflecting on a year filled with immense gratitude for the progress that we’ve made, but also a renewed determination to do even more. It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since the publication of Brain Energy, a...
Transforming Metabolic and Mental Health Through Real Food
In a world increasingly burdened by the effects of poor diet and environmental neglect, both Eat Real and Brain Energy stand as beacons of change. By bridging the gap between individual choice and systemic transformation, they offer a holistic solution to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.