Join us in this episode as we sit down with Mia Mendez to explore her inspiring journey with the ketogenic diet and its profound impact on her mental health and overall well-being. Mia opens up about her struggles with bipolar disorder, hitting rock bottom, and how she turned her life around with keto. From reducing sugar intake to incorporating meditation, Mia shares practical advice and powerful insights for anyone looking to improve their mental health through diet. Don't miss this heartfelt and informative conversation!
Episode Outline:
· Introduction and Mia's background with bipolar disorder
· Life before keto: Homelessness and trauma
· Dealing with anger as a symptom
· Discovering and starting the ketogenic diet
· Challenges in reducing sugar intake
· Health improvements: Labral tears, inflammation, brain fog
· Current diet: Red meat, chocolate, and keto fat bombs
· Discussing fat ratios
· Comparing carnivore diet to keto
· Importance of red meat for brain health
· Experiencing DOMS and recovery
· Water intake and hydrogen water
· Coffee discussion
· Sweeteners, keto treats, and nut flours
· Role of meditation and breathing exercises
· Advice for those struggling with mental health issues
· Biggest lessons and hopes for others
Closing Questions:
· Advice to your younger self, regarding diet and mental health
· General life lesson advice to your younger self
· "Fat-Fueled Philosophy Question": A life lesson or mantra from the keto journey
Find Mia on X = @MsMiaMendez
Elsewhere: RecoverWithMia
Find Steven T. on X, where I am most active: @MT4MH