115. Nourish Your Mind: The Surprising Connection Between Food and Mental Health

Welcome back everyone!

In this episode of Anxiety Rx Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with my friend Dr. Drew Ramsey—he’s a rockstar psychiatrist and the author of Healing the Modern Brain.

We dove into the fascinating world of nutritional psychiatry (yes, your brain really does care about what's on your plate!) and explored how food, family, and mental fitness all tie together.

Dr. Drew shared some eye-opening insights on taking a proactive approach to mental health—think of it as personal training, but for your mind.

We talked about the emotional bonds we build through food, the underrated magic of family meals, and simple, realistic ways to boost your brainpower every day.

It was a fun, inspiring convo that reminded me (and hopefully you too!) that mental fitness isn't just about coping—it's about thriving. So whether you're whipping up dinner or just thinking about your next snack, this episode is a great reminder to stay curious, stay connected, and take care of that incredible brain of yours.

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd

P.S. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4500+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below:
https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

To dive deeper into Dr. Drew’s work, here’s where you can find him:

https://drewramseymd.com/
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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to Healing the Modern Brain

03:07 The Nine Tenets of Mental Fitness

05:55 Nutrition's Role in Mental Health

08:59 Family Dynamics and Food Relationships

11:49 The Importance of Connection

15:02 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact

17:56 The Role of Self-Care in Mental Fitness

20:52 Exploring Therapy and Treatment Options

24:02 The Intersection of Mind and Body

27:03 Integrative Approaches to Mental Health

35:04 Exploring Ketamine and Psychedelics

38:48 The Role of Neuroplasticity in Mental Health

40:28 Mental Fitness: Beyond Symptom Management

42:16 The Importance of Therapeutic Relationships

44:15 Building Resilience Through Knowledge and Support

46:10 Engaging with Nature for Mental Health

49:47 The Power of Purpose and Connection

52:20 Journaling and Self-Reflection Techniques

56:35 Understanding Emotional Regulation and Tolerance

01:01:31 The Interconnectedness of Mental Health and Society