{"podcast":{"title":"Metabolic Mind","slug":"metabolic-mind-6253550","podcast_index_feed_id":6253550,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/metabolic-mind/","website_url":"https://metabolicmind.org/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/d5c870fb-4d35-464f-8bde-33ce9e2b58c4/MM-Podcast-cover-final.png","author":"Bret Scher","episode_count":224,"summary":"Metabolic Mind is working to transform the study and treatment of mental disorders by exploring the connection between metabolism and brain health. Metabolic interventions like ketogenic therapy are being used to treat serious mental illnesses like Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Major Depressive Disorder. We explore topics that can help you understand how Metabolic Psychiatry might help you or a loved one treat mental disorders Watch our videos at https://www.youtube.com/@metabolicmind Our channel is for information only. Consult your physician before changing your lifestyle or medications.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T00:18:08.497488+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metabolic-mind-6253550"},"episode":{"title":"Q&A: Does Keto Help or Hurt AFib? KETO-CTA Study, Ketone levels & More","slug":"q-a-does-keto-help-or-hurt-afib-keto-cta-study-ketone-levels-more","published_at":"2026-06-19T14:57:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metabolic-mind-6253550/q-a-does-keto-help-or-hurt-afib-keto-cta-study-ketone-levels-more","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metabolic-mind-6253550","url":"https://metabolicmind.org/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c76c32c9-ee24-415e-b306-2493fcc1825b.mp3","summary":"Can ketogenic therapy help atrial fibrillation? What should you make of the KETO-CTA study? And do higher ketones always mean better results? In this Metabolic Mailbag episode, Dr. Bret Scher answers audience questions about cardiovascular health, ketosis, ketone levels, and how to personalize a ketogenic approach based on your goals and metabolic health. From AFib concerns to cholesterol controversies and troubleshooting low ketone readings, this episode tackles some of the most common questions in the keto community. In this episode, we cover: Ketogenic therapy and atrial fibrillation (AFib) The latest update on the KETO-CTA study LDL cholesterol, plaque, and cardiovascular risk Why ketone levels don't tell the whole story Raising ketones without sacrificing energy or muscle Carbohydrate intake and metabolic flexibility Fasting, protein, and thyroid considerations MCT oil, exogenous ketones, and other strategies to increase ketosis One of the biggest takeaways: context matters. Whether you're evaluating cholesterol, ketone levels, or cardiovascular risk, there is rarely a one-size-fits-all answer. Understanding your goals, metabolic health, and individual response is often more important than chasing a specific number. 🔎 Have questions about how to apply metabolic therapies effectively? Submit them at metabolicmind.org/questions to be featured in a future Metabolic Mailbag episode. #MetabolicMind #KetogenicTherapy #CardiovascularHealth Expert Featured: Bret Scher https://www.metabolicmind.org/team/bret-scher-md/ https://www.instagram.com/drscher858/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/bret-scher-08baaa102/ Experts Mentioned: Dave Feldman https://www.instagram.com/realdavefeldman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-feldman/ Resources Mentioned: Papers https://pubmed.ncbi.…","meta_description":"Can ketogenic therapy help atrial fibrillation? What should you make of the KETO-CTA study? And do higher ketones always mean better results? In this Meta…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1069,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/metabolic-mind-6253550/episodes/q-a-does-keto-help-or-hurt-afib-keto-cta-study-ketone-levels-more/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metabolic-mind-6253550/q-a-does-keto-help-or-hurt-afib-keto-cta-study-ketone-levels-more.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}