Dr Erin Bellamy on the Degrees of Health Podcast
- Dr Erin Louise Bellamy
- 8 hours ago
- 2 min read
Ketones, Metabolic Psychiatry and Mental Health
In a recent conversation, Dr Bellamy had the opportunity to explore a topic that is gaining increasing attention in both clinical practice and research: the relationship between metabolic health and mental health on the Degrees of Health podcast.
For many years, psychiatry has focused primarily on neurotransmitters and symptom management. However, emerging evidence suggests that brain energy metabolism and in particular, the role of ketones may be a critical and often overlooked piece of the puzzle.
In this discussion, Dr Bellamy shares insights from her clinical work in metabolic psychiatry, including how nutritional ketosis can influence brain function, mood stability, and emotional resilience. Many individuals describe a noticeable shift when in ketosis not simply in terms of symptom reduction, but in experiencing a greater sense of calm, clarity, and what Dr Bellamy often refer to as “buffer space” between stimulus and response.
What do they discuss in this podcast?
The subjective experience of ketosis and its psychological effects.
The role of ketones in helping with anxiety and emotional regulation.
Mitochondrial function and psychiatric conditions.
Clinical applications of ketogenic therapy across a range of diagnoses.
Practical considerations, including electrolytes, “keto flu,” and keto-adaptation.
The use of tools such as ketone monitoring and the glucose–ketone index (GKI).
The emerging role of nutrition as a foundational component of mental health care.
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