No.1 Harvard Doctor: The Shocking Link Between Your Diet ADHD & Autism!

00:00 Intro
02:17 The Painful Reason Why I Became a Psychiatrist
06:24 The Health System Is Failing Us
11:33 Who Are the People You Want to Help?
19:04 Are We Seeing More Mental Health Issues Because It’s Being Spoken About More?
24:05 What's Causing This Mental Health Epidemic?
27:27 The Cutting-Edge Research on the Link Between Metabolism and Mental Health
31:55 How Is the Mitochondria Crucial in Fixing Mental Health Issues?
39:00 How Does the Mitochondria Relate to Trauma?
44:08 What's Happening in Our Bodies When We Experience Trauma?
47:10 How Does a Change in Metabolism Cause a Mental Health Disorder?
56:36 What Role Does Diet Play in Our Mental Health?
01:00:45 The Foods We Should Be Eating for Good Mental Health
01:09:29 A Surprising Case Study From Your Practice
01:17:16 The Benefits of the Keto Diet
01:20:13 How Does Fasting Help Our Mental Health?
01:25:04 Caffeine and the Mitochondria
01:29:09 What's Causing the Rise in Autism and ADHD?
01:37:56 What Was It Like Living With Your Depressed Mum?
01:42:23 The Last Guest's Question

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[TheDiaryOfACEO]

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[reneecaines]

I did genetic testing last year after numerous health challenges that couldn't be helped. I found out that I have 15 problematic genetic mutations. I am unable to breakdown most vitamins into a bioavailable form. The biggest problem with that is that my body can't make glutathione- the master antioxidant of the body. When I researched glutathione interestingly enough several write ups connected Autism and glutathione. I believe the study said they commonly find little to no glutathione in Autistic patients. I don't believe that I have Autism, but my child does. I also found out I don't make or use dopamine or serotonin correctly. I do have a history of mild depression, a high ACE score, and several autoimmune issues. I take specific formulated vitamins and injections now. I need an abnormal amount of magnesium to manage my nervous system. People need to be more kind as we don't know how everyone is wired. More grace, less hate. ❤

[claudiafrers]

I was put on an elimination diet in 1976. I did it for 2 months before we called it ADHD. I have never believed in the chemical imbalance argument. I was diagnosed with ADHD in 2006. I am quite neuro divergent but like my ADHD. I am 68 today. I dropped all drugs, tobacco and alcohol in my teens which was hard. I sleep 9-10 hours. I follow a keto diet and switch often to a mediterean diet. I train with weights and have improved my muscle mass with resistence training 4 days a week. I weigh the same and look better than when I was 20. I was considered not smart enough for higher education and my grades were inconsistent. So, to prove everyone different, I taught myself danish in 6 month and got my Masters in danish in Computer Science. I ran a consultancy and taught internationally. Never use a diagnosis as an excuse for not trying. This doctor is saying that I made the right choices. I know that we have had the solution years before we understood the problem and much discipline and character will reward your efforts in the end. I was also helped a lot by hypnotherapy.

[henrikinaski]

I love how Steven conducts the interview. He asks very practical questions, he does not interrupt the guest while he is speaking, he behaves like a normal human being when he is not sure about something, and most importantly, he lets the guest speak and explain everything. Great values.

[Natalia-frpd]

I am medical doctor myself. Diagnosed with depression 8 years ago. But I have had symptoms for 17years. I talked to doctors many times, I asked questions about taking vitamins (should I take it?) And they answered that there is no need to take vitamins to treat depression. Only vitamin D3.I graduated and started research by myself. After 2months of dietary treatment, supplements and vitamins my depression IS GONE, alltogether with PMDD and so on. I am disappointed for all those years and I trusted others more than myself and I did not know that they did not now how to help me as well! I lost mamy chances, I almost lost my son's love, I was on the edge, I was about to end it all... Dietary changes, sport, vitamins, gut health, dopamine and sleep is everything. Sometimes You need to take prescribed drugs but not as the only solution!

[yeimmiperez]

My son was diagnosed with Asperger, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and something else that I don’t remember what it was. I trashed all the written diagnoses & started my own journey in helping my son improving the quality of his life.
We did so many things consistently, from removing gluten from our meals for almost one year to removing all chemicals from my home, my son is now 16, he doesn’t take any medication anymore & he lives a normal life. A little bit on the introverted side but as healthy & happy as he can be. 🙌🏼


There is hope, people.

[Divinefapper]

I saw Chris Palmers visit on Huberman lab a year ago, and hopped on the ketogenic diet as a last ditch effort to cure my numerous mental health issues and physical issues - and if this wasn't going to work, I was ready to kill myself. And it worked. Adhd, aspergers, arthritis, parasomnias, daily panic attacks, depression, general anxiety, psychotic episodes, misophonia, skin picking.. Everything in remission. I mean, I still have ADHD and aspergers, but they are in way better control than they have ever been. I never knew my brain could function this properly. The clarity. No longer constant negative thoughts. Just a clear mind. This man literally saved my life.

[paper]

This man’s … what words do I apply? Passion, desperation, heartbreak, disbelief, empathetic, screaming for change, and so many more… he’s conviction is palpable.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, your experience, and your emotion, on such important topics, I’m so sorry for what you, and your mother experienced 😞

[anomalyweddings]

Natural health circles have been discussing the mitochondria and gut-mind-body connection for years. It's great to see "the science" catching up. Love this Dr. Protect him at all costs.

[alexhb]

I am a food addict and in a 12-step recovery program called Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous.
My physical and mental health problems were dramatically increased by eating sugar and flour addictively. I am now 140lb lighter, physically the healthiest and mentally making massive gains week to week.
My inflammation, headaches, diabetes, back pain, mental exhaustion, anxiety disorder, and social isolation are gone.
Food (flour/sugar) addiction is right up there with alcoholism and drug addiction as a destructive force in the world. Look at the obesity and diabetes statistics in the United States.

[vbyrntliving]

Steve the ending where you gave him that affirmation, or piece of closure for him that he has saved thousands of Mothers, etc. That was so kind!

[lena]

There is so much pain in Christopher’s soul, that for another human being it’s hard to stand it. You can see how Steven at some point even can’t keep an eye contact with Cristopher. But I am very glad that Cristopher doesn’t hide his pain - we all need to know the real world we live in and the hardships people are suffering. This hopefully will bring more acceptance and understanding and help to those who need it.

[Peaceful]

I am so impressed with this doctor's wonderful heart. As a teacher for 30 years i appreciate what the good doctor reveals

[thecarolthomasshow]

I was depressed from I was 10 through 25. My psychiatrist started sleeping while he was speaking to me when I went for checkup. I slapped the table and he woke up confused. I was 90% cure that day. I have not taken Prozac and Xanax since I am 25. Now I am 52 yrs. I have cured myself with a process I use called filling the empty space of my mind with active things. Singing, dancing, laughing, relationships, hard work, exercises, painting, cleaning, praying, meditation, gardening, cooking, speaking how I feel, protecting myself child rearing and many more.

[lidiabeaulac]

I struggled with mental illness from age 16-38 until I related diet to my illness. After years of inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations and medications of every kind I decided to do a 21 day water fas and it completely reset my brain and body. I have been medication free for 8 years and the bipolar symptoms went from a level ten to a level one. The symptoms that do occur are very easy to recognize and confront. When manic, I read more, exercise more…if I’m blue, I watch my diet. Sugar was my worst enemy. #feelingbetter

[carlosf]

This dude is legit. Very heartfelt. He is on a Mission! God bless you Dr!

[Lovejoypeace]

I am completely addicted to this doctor. I am a retired Health, life and fitness coach of 25 years. I am 59 years old in fantastic shape, mentally strong and with that being said, I have a passion for mental health. There’s a lot of suicide in my family and I’ve seen the lifelong effects of suicide and mental health and even light depression. Oh my gosh, this interview is beyond, anything I would’ve ever expected. Awesome job on interviewing and to this amazing Dr I will continue to watch you, support you and everything that you’re doing. I eat well I exercise but I wanted to change things up recently and I want to share that I went on the carnivore lifestyle and I have to say I am amazed at the results that I’m seeing for somebody that is already healthy and happy. my energy is nonstop, my joy level has gone to another level, I’ve lost a lingering 12 pounds that I thought was just part of my aging not concerned but wow my body is back to feeling and looking like I’m in my 20s again. I’m not here to share the power of carnivore. I’m here to share the power of caring for oneself and mental health is a real deal and what we’re eating matters beyond belief. Very fuel listen, very few because we are in love with our food, but our food is not loving us back. To one person out there that has issues please know I’m asking you your food matters. I have years and years of experience when it comes to food, fitness and living that is also, deep in God’s word. I’ll stop here. I just want to thank you too for an amazing interview and once again you have my support.

[Rayofgy]

This is a powerful listen. I can feel the pain and brokenness in his voice.
At 42 and suffering from mental health issues since childhood, I've attended countess therapies, most effective was self funded, but I don't ever feel whole.. more symptoms alleviated for a short while.
Keep up the fight Chris, you're saving more people than you realise

[mireladimofte]

Chris, as a former spouse of a person who suffered from alcoholism, anxiety and depression, I feel your pain. Living with someone who lives a life in darkness has a tremendous impact on your own mental health. You are an amazing human and professional.

[globalwellbeing]

I was mentally ill for a long time. Two things turned it around for me. I joined a grow group and learned how to stop worrying. I joined a prayer group and started to help others. I learned to help others with therapy and counselling, really because the people who asked me to help were getting no help from the doctor.Somewhere in the process my psychosis label fell off and I was able to come off the pills. I learned strategies to help others which I used on myself. I pray that my story may offer a spark of hope that it is possible to beat mental illness. My diagnosis varied from hyperactive schizomanic depression, to bipolar to hypermania to high anxiety.