{"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: Keto Sleep Issues, Carnitine Levels, Brain Insulin Resistance & More","slug":"q-a-keto-sleep-issues-carnitine-levels-brain-insulin-resistance-more","published_at":"2026-05-11T19:05:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metabolic-mind-6253550/q-a-keto-sleep-issues-carnitine-levels-brain-insulin-resistance-more","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metabolic-mind-6253550","url":"https://metabolicmind.org/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6756a537-70e9-4ae7-ada6-f0ef86cbe824.mp3","summary":"Can ketosis trigger insomnia or even mania? Do you need supplements like L-carnitine to support ketone production? Is whey protein helping or hurting your metabolic health? And how do you maintain or gain weight on a ketogenic diet without losing ketosis? Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede and cardiologist Dr. Bret Scher tackle your biggest questions in this Metabolic Mailbag episode, breaking down the science behind ketogenic metabolic therapy, including: Why some people struggle transitioning into ketosis The role of electrolytes, protein, and meal timing Brain insulin resistance and mental health Carnitine deficiency and ketone production Weight loss vs. weight maintenance on a ketogenic diet Protein powders, dairy, and whole-food nutrition Practical ketogenic diet strategies for everyday life This episode also explores an important theme in metabolic psychiatry: why metabolic health markers often tell us more than standard blood sugar testing alone, and how ketogenic interventions may support brain function even in people without obvious metabolic disease. Whether you're exploring ketogenic therapy for mental health, improving metabolic health, or simply trying to make keto sustainable long term, this episode is packed with practical insights and nuanced discussion. 🔎 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 #FoodAsMedicine #Q&A Expert Featured: Dr. Bret Scher https://x.com/bschermd Dr. Georgia Ede https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiaedemd/ https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaEdeMd/ https://www.instagram.com/georgiaedemd/?hl=en Experts Mentioned: Dr. Guido Frank https://ww…","meta_description":"Can ketosis trigger insomnia or even mania? Do you need supplements like L-carnitine to support ketone production? Is whey protein helping or hurting your…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1528,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/metabolic-mind-6253550/episodes/q-a-keto-sleep-issues-carnitine-levels-brain-insulin-resistance-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-keto-sleep-issues-carnitine-levels-brain-insulin-resistance-more.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}