When it comes to changing the way the world views mental health, one voice remains consistent, science-based, empathetic, and passionate. That’s Brendan Vermeire. Brendan is dedicated to advancing the science of mental health dysfunction through his research, teaching, writing, and speaking. Here in functional and precision medicine, we are always looking for the root cause of any dysfunction. However, Brendan reminds us that mental health can have several root causes that need to be addressed and many of us are falling short when it comes to treating patients with mental illness.
In today’s episode, we meet the amazing Brendan Vermeire. He talks about his passion for changing the way the world views mental health as we dive into some less obvious contributors and root causes. Brendan offers his approach to optimal mental well-being: metabolism, mindset, and the microbiome.
Today on The Lab Report:

4:20 Meet Brendan Vermeire and hear why he’s so passionate about mental health
9:20 Connection between physiology and mindset
11:10 Gut-brain axis and the role of the microbiome
13:45 Go-to practical tips for optimizing the gut for mental health
17:00 Let’s talk about Methylation!
22:35 The exposome and toxins in mood disorders 
27:00 Exercise, movement, and motivation
34:00 Meaning, purpose, and ‘the why’
36:40 MetabolicSolutionsLLC.com
37:50 The Fireball 

Additional Resources:
Metabolic Solutions
Brendan's Instagram -  @the_holistic_savage
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