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3 Biochemistry Findings Behind Mood & Mental Health Struggles

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Episode 115
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"If you can change the way your body feels, then that will automatically change the thoughts that are going on in the whole cascade that takes place from that point."
-Dr. Jason Loken

3 Biochemistry Findings Behind Mood & Mental Health Struggles

Are you or those you help seemingly doing all “right things” but still feeling stuck? That competitive drive, those controlling tendencies, or that persistent anxiety might actually be rooted in our biochemistry. 

In this episode, Dr. Aimie sits down with Dr. Jason Loken to explore how hidden biochemical imbalances can create patterns of depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges that talk therapy alone cannot resolve. Dr. Loken shares how under-methylation, a copper-zinc imbalance, and pyroluria can fundamentally affect your physical and mental well-being.

They’ll also discuss why certain traits run in families, how a copper-zinc imbalance can affect postpartum mental health, and why some children struggle with focus and emotional regulation. Dr. Loken breaks down the science behind these biochemical patterns, explains how these biochemical imbalances can be identified, and shares actionable steps for addressing the root cause of these imbalances.

Whether you’re a practitioner looking for more comprehensive approaches to mental health, a parent concerned about your child’s behavior, or someone personally struggling with persistent symptoms, this episode offers valuable insights into how balancing your biochemistry might be the key to finally feeling like yourself again.

Dr. Jason Loken has over 20 years in Natural health care and 15 years plus of post-secondary education Jason Loken ND is committed to helping you reach your optimal health goals. Jason graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2002. He continued his studies at the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Toronto, ON and completed the five-year curriculum in April 2010.

Helpful Links Related To This Episode

Guides, Tools & Resources:

  • 3 Most Common Biochemical Imbalances – Discover the common biochemical imbalances that are frequently at the core of mood and trauma patterns. Learn how these imbalances are identified and addressed to help improve emotional well-being.

  • Biology of Trauma (the book) – How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It. Please join us in the Insider’s Circle where you can pre-order your copy and receive monthly readings with Dr. Aimie.  

KEY MOMENTS:

[03:20] How under-methylation is connected to depression and anxiety

[06:07] The behavioral traits commonly associated with under-methylation (competitiveness, control issues, obsessive compulsive tendencies, etc.)

[10:54] How to properly test for methylation imbalances 

[18:01] How a surge in copper levels during pregnancy can lead to postpartum mood disorders

[22:22] Why “managing stress better” is nearly impossible with certain imbalances

[24:37] How pyroluria strips the body of key nutrients that help create the feel good chemicals like serotonin and dopamine 

[27:55] The connection between these biochemical imbalances and autoimmune conditions

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