In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we navigate the importance of nutrition and medications in treating eating disorders and mental illnesses with Dr. James Greenblatt. You’ll hear us discuss:
- Addressing malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies in eating disorder treatment
- How does zinc deficiency impact eating disorders?
- The role of omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins in eating disorder treatment
- The connection between brain health and nutrition in psychiatry
- Dr. Greenblatt’s approach to eating disorder treatment
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. James Greenblatt is a dedicated clinician, health system leader, and innovator in medical education. He is the Founder and Medical Director of Psychiatry Redefined, the Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care, as well as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine. With a prolific writing career, Dr. Greenblatt has authored numerous books on integrative medicine and frequently shares his knowledge through podcasts and social media.
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Timestamps
03:43 - Addressing Malnutrition in Eating Disorder Treatment
04:40 - The different types of eating disorders
07:03 - Zinc deficiency: symptoms, testing, and supplements
15:54 - How omega-3 treats eating disorders and body dysmorphia
19:09 - Brain differences and adaptive responses in eating disorders
22:52 - Dietary changes, genetic vulnerability, and eating disorders
26:53 - The role of B vitamins in eating disorder treatment
30:31 - Celiac disease and its link to eating disorders
34:33 - Treating binge eating disorder
37:47 - The importance of amino acids in nutrition and mental health
38:36 - An innovative medical model in eating disorder treatment
39:58 - Training clinicians in functional approaches for mental health
41:13 - Dr. Greenblatt's journey, practice, and books
47:06 - Lithium as a nutrient versus prescription medication