Michael Belanger, Robyn Dobbins, Chloe Lee, Mia Mendez and Dyane Harwood all treated bipolar disorder with ketogenic therapy and experienced transformational results. In this video, they share their incredible stories, providing inspiration and hope to anyone looking to try this cutting-edge form of treatment.

In this video, there are references to former struggles with suicidal ideation that may be disturbing to some viewers. For support, please call the 988 Lifeline network, available 24/7 across the United States.

Implementing ketogenic therapy for a diagnosed psychiatric condition is best done with the guidance of a clinical care team. Research is currently ongoing, but early data shows that while many people see considerable benefits, individual results may vary.

Here is more information about the scientific research investigating ketogenic therapy for mental illness: https://www.metabolicmind.org/research

If you are a patient or have a loved one who needs support with metabolic therapies, we highly recommend starting with this page for family members and peers living with a mental health condition on the Metabolic Mind website. It includes videos for beginners and the best resources currently available– books, articles and more.
https://www.metabolicmind.org/my-meta...

A few highlights from this webpage that are particularly useful include:
- This directory to find clinicians trained in metabolic psychiatry: https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/directory
- As mentioned in the video, people suffering from mental health conditions benefit greatly from finding a community! Here is an online support group for individuals who want to try ketogenic therapy: https://www.meetup.com/keto-lifestyle...
- A list of recommended labs to get before beginning ketogenic therapy: https://metabolicmind.wpengine.com//w...

If you are looking for inspiration, check out more incredible success stories from peers using ketogenic therapy for mental health:
https://www.metabolicmind.org/my-meta...

Individuals in this video:

Michael Belanger
https://MichaelB.Help
Michael on Bipolarcast:
   • Bipolarcast Episode 20: Michael B Live  

Robyn Dobbins:
X: @robyndobbins
https://linktr.ee/robyn.r.dobbins
Robyn on Bipolarcast:
   • Bipolarcast Episode 19: Robyn Dobbins  

Dyane Harwood:
X: @DyaneHarwood
Instagram: @dyaneharwood
Dyane on Bipolarcast:
   • Bipolarcast Episode 23: Dyane Harwood  

Chloe Lee:
X: @Chloe_mrng
Instagram for meal ideas: @t.rex.chloe
Chloe on Bipolarcast:
   • Bipolarcast Episode 14: Chloe Lee  

Mia Mendez: X @MsMiaMendez
[email protected]
Mia on Bipolarcast:
   • Bipolarcast Episode 11 : Mia Mendez  

There are many other individuals with Bipolar Disorder who share their experiences using ketogenic therapy on Bipolarcast:
   / @bipolarcast1133  

Also check out, Our Healing Journey with Metabolic Psychiatry Podcast with Dyane Harwood and Michael Belanger:
   • Episode 1:  Intros & The 1st Metaboli...  

Follow our channel for more information and education from Bret Scher, MD, FACC, including interviews with leading experts in Metabolic Psychiatry.

Learn more about metabolic psychiatry and find helpful resources at https://metabolicmind.org/

About us:
Metabolic Mind is a non-profit initiative of Baszucki Group working to transform the study and treatment of mental disorders by exploring the connection between metabolism and brain health. We leverage the science of metabolic psychiatry and personal stories to offer education, community, and hope to people struggling with mental health challenges and those who care for them.

Our channel is for informational purposes only. We are not providing individual or group medical or healthcare advice nor establishing a provider-patient relationship. Many of the interventions we discuss can have dramatic or potentially dangerous effects if done without proper supervision. Consult your healthcare provider before changing your lifestyle or medications.


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