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BITESIZE: Do Eggs Actually Cause Heart Disease?
Are eggs bad for you because they may raise cholesterol? It's one of the most common nutrition questions in cardiology, and one of the most misunderstood. The reality is that raising cholesterol and harming your health aren't always the sam
Dr. Ken Berry on the Medical Landscape of Chronic Disease
Can ketogenic therapy challenge mainstream thinking on cholesterol, diabetes, and evidence-based medicine? At the CoSci conference, Dr. Ken Berry shares his reaction to The Cholesterol Code documentary and explains why more clinicians are q
BITESIZE: The New Protein Guidelines Reignited the Plant vs. Animal Debate
Protein recommendations have changed and not everyone is happy about it. Here's what the new federal protein guidelines actually mean for your health, and why the pushback is missing the point. A recent PBS article argued that doubling the
BITESIZE: Omega-3 Supplements and Cognitive Decline? Here’s the Full Story
A new Alzheimer’s study linked omega-3 fish oil (EPA & DHA) supplement use to faster cognitive decline, but the real story is far more nuanced than the headlines suggest. In this discussion, cardiologist Dr. Bret Scher breaks down the study
Whole-Person Psychiatry Is Changing Mental Health Care—with Meru Health’s Kristian Ranta
After losing his brother to suicide despite being in psychiatric care, entrepreneur Kristian Ranta began asking difficult questions: Why do so many people struggle despite treatment? What if mental health care is overlooking key drivers of
New Study from 25-Year Eating Disorder Expert
Anorexia nervosa has one of the highest mortality rates of any psychiatric illness, yet effective biological treatments remain limited. For many people living with the condition, even after successful weight normalization, persistent psycho
First Keto Trial for Anorexia Nervosa: 72% Showed Recovery
A new study demonstrates that ketogenic therapy could be an option for individuals living with weight-normalized anorexia nervosa. One of the primary goals of anorexia nervosa treatment is restoring weight, and while this is an important mi
BITESIZE: New Study: Why Did This Drug Lower Cholesterol But Not Heart Plaque?
Lower triglycerides, lower remnant cholesterol, lower ApoB. Zero change in coronary artery plaque. A new clinical trial is forcing a bigger conversation about how we treat cardiovascular disease. The drug was Olezarsen, an APOC3 inhibitor.
Keto as an Adjunct to CBTp? Nicole Laurent Explains
Could ketogenic therapy help people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders engage more successfully with CBT? A new conceptual framework explores this powerful adjunctive approach. CBTp is considered a gold-standard treatment for schizophren
Q&A: Keto for PCOS, Cravings, & Women’s Health with Temple Stewart
How many carbs should you eat on a ketogenic diet? Do ketone levels matter? And why do cravings hit so hard? Is Dairy recommended? In this Metabolic Mailbag episode, registered dietitian and medical student Temple Stewart breaks down some o
GLP-1s, Weight Loss, and the Stigma We Don’t Talk About
A recent report highlighted a surprising trend: individuals using GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may be facing even more social stigma than those who remain overweight. And while neither deserves any stigma at all, it raises a
APA Hallway Talk: Are Psych Meds Overprescribed?
Psychiatric medication tapering* is becoming one of the most important and controversial conversations in mental health care. In the wake of the American Psychiatric Association Annual Conference, Dr. Bret Scher explores the growing debate
Eggs and Alzheimer’s: New Study Challenges Assumptions
A new study suggests that eating more eggs may be linked to a lower risk of dementia. But what does the research actually show? Dr. Bret Scher breaks down the headlines, the limitations of observational nutrition research, and the surprisin
Reversing & Preventing Fatty Liver with Metabolic Therapies | Dr. Adam Wolfberg
Fatty liver disease (MASLD) is a major cause of liver disease and even liver failure. But many are surprised to learn it’s not primarily a liver problem. Growing evidence suggests the root issue may be metabolic dysfunction affecting the en
Can Insulin Resistance Raise Suicide Risk?
Can insulin resistance increase the risk of suicide? In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down a new study published in Translational Psychiatry that links metabolic dysfunction with higher rates of suicidal ideation, attempts, and death. D
The Problem With One-Size-Fits-All Nutrition
For decades, nutrition advice has centered on a single idea: that there’s one “right” way to eat for everyone. The standard low-fat, Mediterranean-style diet approach has shaped how we think about health. But it’s missing a critical piece.
Q&A: Keto Sleep Issues, Carnitine Levels, Brain Insulin Resistance & More
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
ApoB Explained: What Your LDL Test Doesn’t Tell You
For decades, LDL cholesterol has been the go-to metric for assessing heart disease risk. But growing research suggests there's a better predictor: ApoB. But is it a predictor in itself, or is it a marker of something even more important? Ap
Keto 101: Everything You Need to Get Started
Starting a ketogenic diet, reaching ketosis, and setting the right keto macros can feel overwhelming at first, but the fundamentals are simpler than they seem. In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down how to start a keto diet step by step,
Keto as Adjunctive Therapy for PTSD: New Case Study
As interest grows in alternative approaches to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), like ibogaine and psilocybin-assisted therapy, researchers are also exploring how metabolic interventions may target the underlying biology of psychiatric
Q&A: Does Keto Harm Thyroid Function? Bone Health, Ketones & More
Can a ketogenic diet affect your thyroid? What about bone health, uric acid, cannabis use, or ketone supplements? In this Metabolic Mailbag episode, Dr. Bret Scher and Dr. Georgia Ede answer your most pressing questions about ketogenic ther
Can Coconut Oil Help Brain Function in Dementia?
Can something as simple as coconut oil support brain health in dementia? In this video, Dr. Bret Scher explores an emerging area of research focused on brain energy metabolism and how ketones may play a role in supporting cognitive function
Exogenous Ketones Explained (What They Really Do)
Exogenous ketones have exploded in popularity, with claims ranging from better brain function to improved performance and weight loss. But what does the science actually say? In this in-depth conversation, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with lead
Do GLP-1s Work for Depression—or Is It Metabolism?
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide have been widely discussed as breakthrough treatments for weight loss and metabolic health. But a large new study published in The Lancet Psychiatry is shifting the conversation toward something deeper: th
GLP-1s and Cardiovascular Risk: What the Latest Evidence Reveals
GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide are often described as “game changers” for weight loss and cardiovascular health, and in many ways, the data support that claim. Clinical trials suggest meaningful reductions in major cardiovascular
High Cholesterol on Keto? Here’s One Psychiatrist’s Approach
We’re seeing increasingly compelling results from ketogenic therapy in serious mental illness, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. But what happens when a potential concern emerges along the way? In this convers
My LDL Went Up On Keto. Should I Stop? Cardiologist Explains
What do you do when keto is genuinely changing your life, but your LDL goes up? That's exactly the question Dr. Bret Scher sits down to answer in this conversation with podcast producer Erica Gerard. Erica started ketogenic therapy for two
DGA vs AHA: Why Nutrition Guidelines Disagree
How do the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) and the American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations compare, and why do they differ? In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down where these two major nutrition guidelines align, w
Metabolic Psychiatry in Practice: Ketogenic Therapy for Mental Health Care
People with treatment-resistant depression and anxiety are seeing real improvements through ketogenic therapy. Now there's real-world clinical data to back it up. In this interview, Dr. Bret Scher sits down with Dr. Erin Bellamy to discuss
Hope for Youth Mental Health: Beyond Antidepressants and ADHD Meds
Are we turning to ADHD and depression medications too quickly for kids? The Wall Street Journal and New York Times recently published powerful investigations into the overuse of psychiatric medications in children. In this video, Dr. Bret S
