Mindful Bites: How What You Eat Impacts How You Feel – Keith Kurlander & Dr. Will Van Derveer – HPP 147

The Higher Practice Podcast for Optimal Mental Health

The findings are clear: you are what you eat! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating connection between food and mood, exploring how your diet impacts your body, brain, and overall wellbeing. From debunking the outdated food pyramid to uncovering the role of macronutrients, hydration, and fiber, we break down the science of nutrition and metabolism. We also tackle pressing health concerns like prediabetes, diabetes, and inflammation, highlighting their association with mental health challenges. Packed with actionable advice—like how to reduce processed carbs, balance blood sugar, and experiment with personalized dietary approaches—this conversation is all about helping you create a sustainable plan for better mental clarity, emotional stability, and vitality. Whether you're looking to optimize your health or curious about how your diet shapes your mental state, this episode is full of tools and insights to inspire change.

Show notes:

● Obesity and Body Image

● Excess Carbs Convert to Fat, Impacting Health

● Continual Glucose Monitoring

● Fat is Important

● Ketogenic Diets

● Metabolic Flexibility: Glucose vs. Fat

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