by Chris Palmer, MD | Feb 22, 2026 | Science
I’ve never received more press attention than I have over the past two weeks—thanks, in part, to comments from the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., about the ketogenic diet and serious mental illness. I’ve been interviewed by the...
by Chris Palmer, MD | Dec 30, 2025 | Science, The Brain Energy Movement - Advocacy
As 2025 comes to a close, I want to pause and reflect—not just on how much work has been done, but on what it represents. For decades, we’ve approached mental illness largely as a disorder of neurotransmitters, psychology, or social context. Those perspectives...
by Chris Palmer, MD | Nov 25, 2025 | Lifestyle
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...
by Christopher Palmer, MD | Sep 15, 2025 | News, The Brain Energy Movement - Advocacy
On September 4, the Coalition for Metabolic Health (CMH) officially launched in Washington, D.C., with an extraordinary $50 million seed commitment from the Baszucki family. This new alliance brings together leading scientists, clinicians, advocates, and policymakers...
by Christopher Palmer, MD | Apr 25, 2025 | Lifestyle, Science
One of the most frustrating and overlooked problems in psychiatry is the way diagnostic labels are too often mistaken for causes. It’s a subtle but profound error that shapes the entire field. Take these common examples: “She has hallucinations because she’s...
