If you tried keto for your mental health and were disappointed with your results - please watch this video!
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro and my experience with keto not working the first time I tried it
03:33 - Common mistake: Hidden carbs
05:02 - Common mistake: Too much protein
06:26 - Common mistake: Not tracking nutrition macros or ketone levels
07:36 - Common mistake: Not giving it enough time
09:42 - Common mistake: Not cutting recreational drugs and alcohol
10:18 - Common mistake: Not having a plan with your care team around medications
11:26 - Common mistake: Not combining ketogenic therapy with other metabolic therapies as well
12:00 - Complications with medications interacting with or blocking ketosis
14:37 - Final considerations
15:14 - Who maybe shouldn't try keto at this time or who may need specific or additional guidance or oversight
16:06 - Trying again
17:34 - Final thoughts and compassion - and encouragement to get curious about what works best for you and your health!
*MEDICAL KETO RESOURCES*
Learn more about medical keto for mental illness:
• Metabolic Mind YouTube channel: youtube.com/@metabolicmind and website: www.metabolicmind.org
• My keto coach, Nicole Laurent’s website: http://www.mentalhealthketo.com
• Brain Energy by Dr. Christopher Palmer: http://www.brainenergy.com
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