Jason Wrobel considered ending his life while standing in his kitchen — but his kitchen would also save his life. After a comprehensive battery of medical tests, Jason discovered he had suboptimal neurotransmitter function, which led him to become an expert in the nutrition needed for optimal mental health. In this episode he and Jeff have an in-depth discussion on neurotransmitters and which foods, herbs, and supplements can improve cognitive function. Timestamps: 0:04:28 – Intro 0:11:15 – Jason’s Journey 0:19:53 – How Nutrition Affects Brain Function 0:27:38 – Neurotransmitters 0:34:31 – SSRI’s 0:38:41 – Serotonin 0:41:34 – Tryptophan 0:43:04 – Melatonin 0:47:10 – Sleep 0:50:35 – The Microbiome and Gut Health 0:53:49 – Inflammatory Foods 0:59:14 – Sugar Substitutes 1:00:41 – Continuous Glucose Monitors 1:06:44 – Fruit Sugars 1:10:26 – Growing Food 1:14:44 – Our Relationship to the Material 1:17:28 – Mindful Eating 1:21:10 – Fight or Flight 1:25:43 – Cortisol and Weight Gain 1:28:07 – Dopamine 1:29:57 – Ayurvedic Herbs 1:30:52 – Saffron 1:36:35 – Lion’s Mane 1:37:51 – BDNF or Brain Derived Neurotrophic 1:39:07 – Ancient Traditions to Heal Modern 1:42:38 – Plant Medicine 1:49:59 – Blue Zones Learn about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial. This podcast is supported by BetterHelp. COMMUNE listeners get 15% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/Commune.