Brain Energy
by Christopher M. Palmer · first published 2022
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21HN commenters
2022–2026first – last mentioned
81% recommend19% neutral
Why HN recommends it
Presents the theory that mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain, tied to mitochondrial function. Readers find the argument compelling and well researched; suits those curious about alternatives to SSRIs.
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…want a doctor to confirm my bias. You randomly got one that confirmed your bias. See Virta Health for FDA approved example. It's progressing slowly. If you are open minded for real check the book "Brain Energy" https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Energy-Revolutionary-Understand...
on “‘Anti-hunger’ molecule forms after exercise, scientists discover” ↗Also check out this book Brain Energy: A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Energy-Revolutionary-Understand...
on “‘Anti-hunger’ molecule forms after exercise, scientists discover” ↗I find this exciting because after reading Brain Energy [1] by Christopher Palmer I was convinced that his thesis that "Mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain" is certainly worthy of research. [1] https://benbellabooks.com/shop/brain-energy/
on “New £4M hub for metabolic psychiatry” ↗…you have the strength to continue moving forward, and supporting your loved ones. I'm a random stranger on the internet, and don't want to suggest hope for recovery, but I just finished reading a book (Brain Energy, [1]) that presents a very convincing theory that may explain the cause for most/all mental disorders, and its link to metabolism and mitochondrial dysfunction. There has been many studies in this area…
on “The Strangeness of Grief (2019)” ↗…about it (and have a CGM showing the effects in your body in realtime) you can't unsee it. [1] Glucose Revolution, by Jessie Inchauspe https://www.amazon.com/Glucose-Revolution-Life-Changing-Powe... [2] Brain Energy, by Dr. Christopher M. Palmer MD - https://brainenergy.com/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/advancing-psychiatry...
on “Ozempic keeps wowing: trial data show benefits for kidney disease” ↗…illness is primarily a metabolic issue. If you think that can't be possible, read his 2022 book[1]. Here's a podcast[2]. [0] https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-022-02871-w [1] https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Energy-Revolutionary-Understand... [2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC-sQogfh3Q
on “What happens in the brain to cause depression?” ↗…veggies are better than others. Some people process things differently. Healthy meats are healthy. For anyone interested in further reading look up: https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Energy-Revolutionary-Understand... More on the “carnivore” diet fringe-y side: Paul Saladino Shawn Baker podcast for testimonials Anthony Chaffee In summary, there is a lot we don’t know but it appears…
on “Is Red Meat Healthy? Multiverse Analysis Has Lessons Beyond Meat” ↗I'll add this to my reading list. Send like it's a good compliment to "This Is Your Brain on Food" by Uma Naidoo and "Brain Energy" by Christopher Palmer. Both very insightful and well researched.
on “In SSRI withdrawal, brain zaps go from overlooked symptom to center stage (2023)” ↗> suggested that every mental disorder (literally, the entire DSM) has a single underlying cause: mitochondrial dysfunction On this topic, Brain Energy by Christopher Palmer: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61129785-brain-energy . Very interesting book, highest recommendation.
on “Cells are swapping their mitochondria. What does this mean for our health?” ↗Checkout the book Brain Energy by Christopher Palmer
on “Bacteria (and their metabolites) and depression” ↗I commented above, Checkout Brain Energy by Christopher Palmer
on “Bacteria (and their metabolites) and depression” ↗This seems consistent with Chris Palmer's hypothesis, that mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain, discussed in his new book Brain Energy[0]. He's done lots of podcast interviews[1], if you don't want to read the book. [0] https://www.chrispalmermd.com/ [1] https://www.listennotes.com/search/?q=chris%20palmer%20md&so...
on “Schizophrenia: The new etiological synthesis” ↗…the damaged ones) and mitogenesis. These processes can reactivate and repair group of neurones compromised by oxydative stress or insuline resistance and thus heal the mind. See Chris Palmer book : "Brain Energy" or Bikman's : "What makes Us Sick" or Gundry the "Keto Code"... All saying the same thing although with different perspectives. Yes the Brain is just another organ and we're starting to discover ways…
on “The Role of Diet on the Gut Microbiome, Mood and Happiness” ↗…the value of the currency. The only credible and actual effective approach is described with this fairly new book from Chris Palmer (professor assistant at Harvard university): https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Energy-Revolutionary-Understand...
on “I’m so sorry for psychology’s loss, whatever it is” ↗…know the story, obesity, diabetes and so on. BTW keto (fast mimicking) diet was invited in the 20s in the Mayo clinic to cure epileptic children. I encourage people to have a look at the fascinating "Brain Energy" book from Chris Palmer (or watch him on youtube) to see what's underneath it and how metabolism and brain efficiency are linked
on “Biohacking Lite” ↗