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Beyond Talk Therapy: Addressing the Biochemical Basis of Behavior & Changing Our Responses
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Episode 90
“The single nugget of truth that we must deal with here is that all behavior is really biochemistry.”
- Dr. Robert Lustig
Beyond Talk Therapy: Addressing the Biochemical Basis of Behavior & Changing Our Responses
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Robert Lustig, a pioneering neuroendocrinologist, who studies the intersection of our nervous system and the endocrine system (think hormones).
How can we change our biochemistry to change our trauma responses?
This episode is important for everyone living in today’s modern world because many have the conditions that will affect our mental health and trauma reactions. Things like metabolic disorders, mental health problems, and autoimmune diseases are deeply rooted in the interplay of biochemical processes and proteins within the body.
Which is why, while psychological approaches can be helpful, they fail to fully address the root causes of behavioral and mental health issues. Trauma becomes our biology, not just psychology.
This episode will explain the biochemistry of behavior and give you practical things you can do today to support your biology for being your best self.
SHOW NOTES:
[02:20] The concept of a “syndemic” health crisis and the role of mitochondria
[05:00] The 4 brakes on the amygdala that are failing us
[10:45] Why the amygdala is not the area of the brain responsible for fear response
[16:13] The role of diet and neurotransmitters in how the amygdala processes information
[18:18] The relationship between cortisol, insulin and depression
[24:10] The importance of nutrition in regulating serotonin and amygdala
[28:05] The 4 things you can start doing today to look after your health
Helpful Links Related To This Episode
Related Podcasts:
Episode 2: Brain Inflammation on Mood, Stress and Freeze Response with Peter Kan
Episode 18: What Truth Do Trauma Professionals Need To Know About Grains? with Dr. Peter Osborne
Episode 41: Solutions For Low Serotonin And GABA In Trauma with Trudy Scott
Related YouTube Videos:
The Role of Mitochondria in Trauma Work with Dr. Gabor Maté
The Copper to Zinc Ratio You Need For Healing From Trauma
Trauma Healing Accelerated Resources:
3 Most Common Biochemical Imbalances – I find in those with persistent trauma responses. Until these are identified and supported with Biology of TraumaⓇ repair tools, they will hold you back in depression, anxiety, and even fatigue and pain. If you know my story, you will know that I discovered I had all 3! No wonder I was stuck and developing worse symptoms of trauma biology over time, like chronic fatigue, chronic pain and autoimmunity.
Resources:
Sugar Has 56 Names: A Shopper’s Guide by Robert H. Lustig
Fat Chance: Beating the Odds Against Sugar, Processed Food, Obesity, and Disease
Connect with Dr. Robert Lustig:
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